When I Was Your Age: Life Lessons, Funny Stories & Questionable Parenting Advice from a Professional Clown

4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars | 221 ratings

Price: 22.04

Last update: 03-04-2025


Top reviews from the United States

socialworkacademic
5.0 out of 5 stars Highly readable; fun backstage views
Reviewed in the United States on May 6, 2024
I like Kenan Thompson and since I've been working on my own, now published, memoir, I wanted to read this. The style is very conversational and it's an easy read. Nevertheless, the essays here are deceptively well structured and have themes, rather than being a book in strict chronological order. Kenan is modest yet honest, and his book will be interesting to SNL fans and anyone who wants to read about a successful Black man with a good heart.
Kindle Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars A warming read from a guy who's been entertaining me for my entire life.
Reviewed in the United States on April 17, 2024
Great insight into a man who's made me laugh countless times, so much so that I never stopped to consider much about him beyond the laughter he'd given me. I'm glad I stopped to do so. A rich life story, cool anecdotes, heartfelt advice, and valuable inspiration was found within these pages. Thanks for taking the time to share your story with us, Kenan!
Gina
5.0 out of 5 stars Kenan’s book
Reviewed in the United States on May 3, 2024
Kenan did not disappoint. The book was excellent!!
Michele Butler
5.0 out of 5 stars Kenan Thompson is hilarious!
Reviewed in the United States on April 22, 2024
I gave this book to my husband as a Christmas gift! He said it is a great book!
Markita_Reads
5.0 out of 5 stars K E N A N !
Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2024
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Love, love, love Kenan! This is my first autobiography where the author narrator the book! Kenan did a GREAT job. He had my attention from the JUMP. I started this, and one day , I finished that same day. His life story and the struggles, friendship, and family lifestyle are ALL some relatable. Some celebrities you just can't relate to their lifestyle, but with Kenan, he is a very humble and down to earth type of guy. And he had my giggling. I can see myself reading this book again.
Raynetta C.
5.0 out of 5 stars the book I didn’t know I needed!
Reviewed in the United States on March 10, 2024
Bravo Kenan! I’ve always been a fan since my youth, this book made me love him more! Such a great read I recommend it!
linda
3.0 out of 5 stars Ordered for my daughter.
Reviewed in the United States on March 15, 2024
She did not enjoy it as much as she thought she would.
Elisabeth
5.0 out of 5 stars Something everyone can relate with.
Reviewed in the United States on January 12, 2024
I loved this book! If you're white, black, purple, old, young, walk on your hands...whatever stage in life you are, you can relate to Kenans story. Something in this book will make you laugh or cry. (Or both). The book left me feeling nostalgic and inspired as a parent. Like I added a few extra tools to my Mama tool box. I especially loved the part where he talks about not wanting to raise whiners. (Who does, right?!) It's like you can seriously relate to his struggles growing up, even if your experiences were a little different. 10/10!

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