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April 24, 2009

Actress-comedienne Tracey Ullman comments on being a news junkie, becoming a U.S. citizen and finding humor in different situations. She displays that humor with impersonations that include Huell Howser, Arianna Huffington and the Queen of England during President and Mrs. Obama's recent visit.


Tracey Ullman

Tracey Ullman

Tracey Ullman

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Comedienne talks about America's fascination with celebrity and impersonates news anchors talking about celebs. (1:54)
 
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Full interview. (20:09)
 
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Award-winning comedy actress Tracey Ullman is best known for her offbeat characterizations. While still in her early 20s, she headlined her own comedy-variety TV series in the U.K. and also had a successful singing career. She launched her U.S. career with an eponymous show on the Fox Network, which won the net its first Emmy nom and spawned the The Simpsons series. She went on to produce programs for HBO and appear in features. She currently stars in the Showtime series, Tracey Ullman's State of the Union.