For fervent followers ofSaturday Night Live, surprises are nothing new. And yet, some moments still manage to catch the audience off guard, leaving them in stitches. This past week provided just such an occasion when the charismaticPedro Pascalmade an unexpected entrance during Bad Bunny’s opening monologue.
As Bad Bunny, the multi-platinum music sensation, was gearing up to deliver his first-ever monologue onSNL, the sequence took an amusing turn. Right as Bad Bunny shifted to speaking Spanish, he decided to introduce a translator for his non-Spanish speaking audience. But, instead of a conventional translator, out walked Pedro Pascal. His role wasn’t just to help Bad Bunny with translations; instead, he humorously delivered “translations” that were more in line with what Pascal himself might have wanted to convey, much to the delight of those in attendance.
The audience’s roaring laughter was unsurprising, given Pedro Pascal’s growing stature as a beloved figure in popular entertainment. Known for riveting performances intelevision series likeThe Last of UsandThe Mandalorian, Pascal isn’t new toSNL. The episode he led last year was met with significant critical applause.
Recalling his previous experience, Pascal humorously said, “Are you nervous for me? I’m super excited. I think it’s at the top of everybody’s bucket list. I am scared. There’s like a wall of sheer terror I think that you start with, and then it’s such a well-oiled machine. Everybody’s so amazing and talented, and they take these blocks of white hot terror apart for you with big cue cards.”
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SNL Season 49: A Blend of Familiar Faces, New Talents, and Unexpected Host Choices
So, who’s taking center stage in the 49th season ofSaturday Night Live? Well, it’s a rosterteeming with familiar comedic talents. Mainstays like Michael Che, Colin Jost, Kenan Thompson, and Chloe Fineman are joined by an almost identical cast from the previous season. Newcomer Chloe Troast is the sole fresh face, while the comedy trio “Please Don’t Destroy,” composed of Ben Marshall, John Higgins, and Martin Herlihy, continue their recurring roles, further adding to the ensemble’s comedic dynamism.
However, there’s a twist this season in the choice of hosts. Owing to the ongoing SAG-AFTRA Strike, actors, traditionally a significant source ofSNLhosts, are presently off the cards. This is due to thestrike’s regulationsprohibiting them from making appearances to promote their works. This limitation has paved the way for comedians and musicians to step into the limelight. Pete Davidson, the aforementioned Bad Bunny, and Nate Bargatze have already graced the stage, proving that even in the face of constraints,SNLcontinues to innovate and entertain.
NBC and Peacock broadcastSaturday Night LiveSeason 49 at 11:30 PM ET every Saturday for all viewers, old and new. And for those wanting to delve deep into the annals ofSNLhistory, all previous 48 seasons are now available for streaming on Peacock. Given the current trajectory, this season promises more laughs, unexpected appearances, andSNL’s trademark brand of humor.
