Jane Lynch Reflects on “Only Murders in the Building” Season 4 and the Heartfelt Goodbye of Sazz Pataki

Jane Lynch, beloved for her roles in Glee and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, brings both humor and heart to her portrayal of Sazz Pataki in Only Murders in the Building. As Season 3 ended with Sazz’s tragic murder, fans wondered what would come next. Season 4 answers that with a deeper dive into Sazz’s backstory—and a final farewell that’s both touching and unforgettable.

In an interview with Gold Derby, Lynch shared her excitement about returning as Sazz, this time through flashbacks and even a ghostly presence. “It was a lifelong devotion and it would never stop,” she says of Sazz’s unwavering loyalty to Charles-Haden Savage (Steve Martin). “She came back as a ghost and continued to take care of him and let him know how much he was loved.”

One of the most memorable moments of the season features Sazz and Charles sitting side-by-side on a bed in perfect mirror posture—symbolizing their bond. Lynch recalled the bittersweet scene: “We knew it was special… I copied the way Steve moved. There was a sense of closure—like she knew she wouldn’t be coming back.”

Beyond the emotional farewell, fans also got a glimpse of Sazz’s energy on a film set. “She was on fire,” Lynch says, reflecting on Sazz’s stuntwoman background. “It’s kind of how I feel too when I go to work—I just love it. I’m still thrilled every time I get to park in cast parking!”

A Career Built on Happy Accidents

With over 240 credits and five Primetime Emmy Awards, Jane Lynch has built an iconic comedy career by embracing spontaneity. From Glee to hosting Hollywood Game Night and starring in The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, she’s thrived by avoiding rigid plans.

“I do better when I don’t plan,” she says. “I’d be done with something and go, ‘I don’t know what’s next.’ But something always came—and beyond my wildest dreams!”

Even roles like Sazz, she admits, were beyond what she could have imagined: “It’s so weird and out there and juicy. I don’t have the imagination for that!” Her memoir, Happy Accidents, reflects this ethos—finding success through openness and self-awareness.

And the secret to her longevity? “Don’t take yourself too seriously,” she advises. “The more you get to know yourself, the more there’s funny in there.”