DOC: Comedy, Ego, and Chevy Chase (A Fabulous Character Study on Fame & Power!)

On this episode of Coolest Alive, host Jesse Blaze Snider reviews I’m Chevy Chase… and You’re Not. This documentary takes a candid look at the complicated legacy of comedy legend Chevy Chase, tracing his meteoric rise on Saturday Night Live, his dominance in 1980s comedy, and the controversies and career struggles that followed. This episode explores Chase’s influence on modern comedy, his difficult reputation in Hollywood, and the tension between genius and ego that shaped his career. Through interviews, archival footage, and honest reflection, the documentary paints a portrait of a performer whose impact on comedy remains undeniable despite a turbulent personal and professional history.