Lorne Michaels Says Tina Fey Could ‘Easily’ Replace Him as Head of ‘SNL’

Lorne Michaels said Monday that former Saturday Night Live cast member and head writer Tina Fey could “easily” take his place as the show’s executive producer.

The 79-year-old, who created the late-night staple in 1975, was asked by Entertainment Tonight outside the Emmys if he’s thought about who his successor could be.

“Of course I’ve thought about it,” he replied, before stating his intention to stay at the helm through at least next winter.

Read more at The Daily Beast.