Just days ahead of the presidential election, 'Saturday Night Live' delivered a blend of political satire, eccentric love stories, and classic comedy sketches that kept audiences laughing and thinking.
- November 4, 2024
AceShowbiz - John Mulaney returned to Studio 8H last night, November 2 to host the show just ahead of the United States Presidential Election. While Vice President Kamala Harris made a surprise appearance and Hillary Clinton's former running mate Senator Kim Kaine made a fun cameo, it was the blend of comedy skits that truly stole the show.
One of the night's most talked-about segments was the "Weekend Update," where Heidi Gardner's impersonation of Reba McEntire left audiences in stitches. Gardner playfully dodged the question of her character's political allegiance, jesting, "Well here's the thing: call me Shawn Mendes, cause I'm still figuring it out."
She further quipped, "Why can't they both be president? Like our milk in McAlester - creamy and crunchy." She added, "I don't care if you're white, purple, gay, black, skinny, fake boobs, or stinky flapping naturals. If you can sing, you're Team Reba."
Beyond the political humor, the episode delved into the quirky world of unlikely celebrity relationships with a sketch inspired by Bella Hadid and Lana Del Rey and their respective partners.
Bella Hadid, a mega-successful model, is dating Adnan Banuelos, a self-described cowboy who trains horses in Texas. Meanwhile, Lana Del Rey recently married a swamp tour guide named Jeremy Dufrene. Both couples seem extremely happy, albeit surprising and unconventional.
"Saturday Night Live" played on this theme with two new characters: a poet and student from Barnard College majoring in graveyards, and a loud Soul Cycle instructor who loves music. Played by Marcello Hernandez and Jane Wickline, the duo brought to life the chaos and charm of wildly different people found in relationships.
The show is currently celebrating its historic 50th season, featuring a mix of returning former cast members and surprise guest appearances, all set to culminate in a special episode in February. "SNL" continues to thrive by delivering a variety of humor that resonates with its audience, from political satire to evergreen, relatable content.
