Chloe Fineman may be a master of impressions, but even the best have their limits. And when it comes to certain celebrities, she admits there are a few she just can’t quite nail—no matter how hard she tries.
The "Saturday Night Live" regular recently opened up about her most challenging impression while chatting with comedian and YouTube sensation Amelia Dimoldenberg. The two crossed paths on the red carpet ahead of the star-studded "SNL50" special last weekend, and Fineman didn't hold back when discussing her worst attempt at celebrity mimicry.
So, who tops the list of her most difficult impressions? None other than global pop icon Harry Styles.
Now, Fineman is known for her spot-on impersonations, from Drew Barrymore’s whimsical charm to Meryl Streep’s undeniable grace, but Styles? That one, she confessed, is a disaster.
“It’s really bad,” she admitted while testing out her British accent in front of the English YouTube star.
And the worst part? Styles himself has seen it—live and in action.
“I did it, and he was at the table,” she recalled, cringing at the memory. “He was so devastated by how bad it was.”
Just imagine sitting there, watching someone absolutely butcher your voice in front of you. Awkward, right? But Fineman, never one to shy away from a comedic moment, didn’t hesitate to give Dimoldenberg a taste of just how rough her Styles impression really is.
With a clunky attempt at an English baritone, she mumbled, “Anyway, I’m Harry Styles, anyway.”
Dimoldenberg, quick on her feet, shot back with a cheeky, “Sorry, is Harry in the room right now?” The playful jab only added to the hilarity of the moment, proving that even when Fineman's impressions miss the mark, they still manage to entertain.
But Styles isn’t the only celebrity Fineman is hesitant to take on. There’s another rising star she’s keeping on her “do not impersonate” list—for now, at least.
During a separate interview with Entertainment Tonight, Fineman revealed that while she might have a Chappell Roan impression tucked away in her arsenal, she’s holding off on debuting it just yet. And the reason? Pure respect.
“I feel like I have to get a temperature check,” she explained, suggesting that she wants to make sure Roan herself would be cool with it before she gives it a go.
It’s a refreshing take, considering how impersonations can sometimes rub celebrities the wrong way. Fineman, despite her comedic prowess, seems to genuinely care about how her subjects feel about being parodied.
Of course, that doesn’t mean she’s stepping away from celebrity impressions anytime soon. Over the years, she’s built a reputation for her uncanny ability to channel Hollywood’s biggest names. Her Jennifer Coolidge? Perfection. Her Timothée Chalamet? Uncannily accurate. And who could forget her viral take on Nicole Kidman’s now-iconic AMC ad performance?
But as much as she thrives on these comedic transformations, there’s something refreshing about hearing her admit that some impressions are just out of reach. It makes her all the more relatable. Because let’s be honest—who among us could actually pull off a flawless Harry Styles impression?
The beauty of Fineman’s comedy isn’t just in her accuracy; it’s in her willingness to poke fun at herself. Whether she’s nailing an impersonation or completely bombing it, she finds a way to make it hilarious. And in an industry where perfection is often expected, it’s refreshing to see a comedian embrace the flaws, the misses, and even the occasional cringe-worthy moments.
So, while her Harry Styles impression may never make it into an "SNL" sketch, at least we know she’s self-aware enough to admit it. And who knows? Maybe one day, with a little more practice and the right amount of British charm, she’ll surprise us all.
Until then, we’ll just have to settle for the countless other spot-on impressions that keep us laughing week after week.
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