Dana Carvey revealed on his podcast that Heidi Gardner's departure from 'SNL' was not her idea, surprising many given her long tenure, as she is not returning for Season 51 amid a cast shakeup. Other cast members are also leaving, with new faces joining the show.
Dana Carvey discussed the challenges of impersonating President Biden on SNL, noting the delicate balance required due to concerns about Biden's mental state and the need for recognizability, which he achieved through specific mannerisms and speech patterns.
Dana Carvey discussed his cautious approach to impersonating Joe Biden on SNL, noting he was delicate because he believed Biden was mentally compromised. Carvey aimed to be funny without being mean-spirited, focusing on recognizable and respectful humor. Fellow SNL alum David Spade added that making fun of presidents is more acceptable once they are in office.
Dana Carvey discussed his cautious approach to impersonating Joe Biden on SNL, noting Biden's apparent mental struggles and emphasizing the importance of humor that is recognizable yet respectful, while also sharing the surreal experience of playing Biden and the challenges of balancing comedy with sensitivity.
Saturday Night Live's 50th season continues with an uneven episode hosted by Paul Mescal, featuring Dana Carvey's return as Church Lady and a surprise appearance by Trisha Paytas. The episode highlighted the show's new Featured Players, with standout performances from Heidi Gardner. Despite some awkward sketches and a lackluster audience response, the show celebrated its legacy with nods to classic characters and sketches. The episode also included a musical spoof of Gladiator II, showcasing Mescal's comedic and musical talents.
Paul Mescal made a successful debut as a host on 'Saturday Night Live,' showcasing his comedic versatility in various sketches, including a musical parody of 'Gladiator II' and a humorous 'Please Don't Destroy' video. Dana Carvey returned with his iconic Church Lady character, adding to the night's entertainment. Musical guest Shaboozey performed, and the 'Weekend Update' segment featured a comedic take on a newly famous NFL player's family.
Dana Carvey returned to 'SNL' as the Church Lady to scold David Spade's portrayal of Hunter Biden in a comedic sketch. The episode also featured Paul Mescal's hosting debut and musical performances by Shaboozey. Carvey's Church Lady humorously critiqued various public figures, including Matt Gaetz and Juan Soto, while Mescal addressed Irish stereotypes in his monologue.
Dana Carvey's iconic Church Lady character returned to "Saturday Night Live" for a cold open featuring comedic interviews with Sarah Sherman as Matt Gaetz, David Spade as Hunter Biden, and Marcello Hernandez as Juan Soto. The sketch humorously addressed current events and controversies surrounding the guests, with Carvey's Church Lady delivering her classic catchphrases. The episode was hosted by Paul Mescal with musical guest Shaboozey.
In the latest 'Saturday Night Live' cold open, Dana Carvey reprised his iconic Church Lady character to interview a series of "sinners," including Sarah Sherman as Matt Gaetz and David Spade as Hunter Biden. The sketch humorously addressed Gaetz's controversies and Biden's pardon, with Carvey's Church Lady delivering her classic catchphrase, "Well, isn't that special!" The episode, part of SNL's 50th season, was hosted by Paul Mescal with musical guest Shaboozey.
Dana Carvey reprised his iconic 'Church Lady' character on 'Saturday Night Live' in a sketch featuring David Spade and a portrayal of Hunter Biden, bringing a nostalgic twist to the show's comedic take on current events.
Dana Carvey reprised his iconic Church Lady character in the cold open of 'Saturday Night Live,' where he humorously scolded David Spade's portrayal of Hunter Biden. The sketch touched on Hunter Biden's recent pardon by President Joe Biden, with comedic exchanges highlighting political and personal controversies. The segment also featured other characters, including Matt Gaetz, and concluded with a musical number, "Satan Had A Good Year."
Dana Carvey is set to return to 'Saturday Night Live' in December, continuing his roles as Joe Biden and Elon Musk, despite Musk's criticism of Carvey's impression. Carvey admitted on his podcast that he struggles with Musk's unique accent, which combines elements from South Africa, Canada, and Pennsylvania. Musk had previously criticized the show and Carvey's impersonation, claiming it sounded like Carvey himself. Carvey's return to SNL follows his original seven-season run from 1986 to 1993.
Elon Musk responded to 'SNL' cast member Chloe Fineman's comments that he made her cry and was "rude" during his appearance on the show, particularly criticizing Dana Carvey's portrayal of him.
Elon Musk criticized Saturday Night Live's recent skit featuring Dana Carvey's impression of him, calling it "out of touch with reality." The skit, which aired after Donald Trump's election win, included Carvey dressed in Musk's style and making jokes about Musk's influence and space ventures. Musk, a known Trump supporter, expressed his discontent on social media, stating that SNL has been declining in relevance. The skit also referenced Musk's financial support for Trump's re-election campaign.
Elon Musk criticized Saturday Night Live after being mocked by Dana Carvey in a sketch that also satirized Donald Trump. Carvey impersonated Musk, wearing a MAGA hat and mimicking his enthusiasm for Trump, which Musk found unimpressive, commenting on X/Twitter that Carvey's performance was lacking. Musk, who hosted SNL in 2021, has been a vocal supporter of Trump, aligning with other celebrities who endorsed the former president.