SNL Turns 50: Poehler, AI, & Musical Guest Excites
It’s that time of year again, isn’t it? The leaves are changing, there’s a crispness in the air, and for many of us, that means settling in for Saturday Night Live. And this past Saturday, October 11th, felt particularly special. Not only did we get the legendary Amy Poehler back at the helm for her third time hosting, but the show itself was celebrating a monumental anniversary – its 50th. Poehler, a beloved alum, really set the tone, immediately reminding us of the show's enduring legacy.
She expertly wove in reflections on how much the world has changed since SNL first aired back in 1975, humorously pointing out things like women not even being able to get credit cards then. It’s a nice touch, isn’t it? To have someone who has been part of the show's history, like Poehler, guiding us through these milestones. And then, she turned her attention to the burgeoning presence of AI, even issuing a playful “Beep boop beep boop” to any aspiring AI comedians out there, essentially saying they'll never capture the human touch needed to truly land a joke. It’s a sentiment many of us can relate to, especially as AI continues to make its way into so many aspects of our lives.
Adding to the excitement of the night was the musical guest, Role Model. If you're not familiar, he's been making waves with his emotionally resonant and, dare I say, "for the girls" brand of pop music. His hit song, Sally, When the Wine Runs Out, has become a real moment, largely due to that unforgettable bridge where he brings someone up on stage to dance. It's this kind of authentic, engaging performance that truly makes a SNL musical guest slot so exciting. As reported by The Hollywood Reporter, Role Model, also known as Tucker Pillsbury, is on quite the upward trajectory, even starring in an upcoming Netflix film with Natalie Portman.
Poehler's return also brought back the magic of her iconic sketch work, and she even reunited with fellow SNL legend Tina Fey for a memorable cold open. It's these kinds of collaborations and callbacks that make SNL feel like a continuous story, a family you can always come back to for a laugh. With the season just getting started and more exciting hosts and musical guests already announced, one can't help but wonder: what other surprises does SNL have in store for us this season, especially with the buzz surrounding each snl musical guest tonight?
She expertly wove in reflections on how much the world has changed since SNL first aired back in 1975, humorously pointing out things like women not even being able to get credit cards then. It’s a nice touch, isn’t it? To have someone who has been part of the show's history, like Poehler, guiding us through these milestones. And then, she turned her attention to the burgeoning presence of AI, even issuing a playful “Beep boop beep boop” to any aspiring AI comedians out there, essentially saying they'll never capture the human touch needed to truly land a joke. It’s a sentiment many of us can relate to, especially as AI continues to make its way into so many aspects of our lives.
Adding to the excitement of the night was the musical guest, Role Model. If you're not familiar, he's been making waves with his emotionally resonant and, dare I say, "for the girls" brand of pop music. His hit song, Sally, When the Wine Runs Out, has become a real moment, largely due to that unforgettable bridge where he brings someone up on stage to dance. It's this kind of authentic, engaging performance that truly makes a SNL musical guest slot so exciting. As reported by The Hollywood Reporter, Role Model, also known as Tucker Pillsbury, is on quite the upward trajectory, even starring in an upcoming Netflix film with Natalie Portman.
Poehler's return also brought back the magic of her iconic sketch work, and she even reunited with fellow SNL legend Tina Fey for a memorable cold open. It's these kinds of collaborations and callbacks that make SNL feel like a continuous story, a family you can always come back to for a laugh. With the season just getting started and more exciting hosts and musical guests already announced, one can't help but wonder: what other surprises does SNL have in store for us this season, especially with the buzz surrounding each snl musical guest tonight?
