Sabrina Carpenter Shines with ‘Manchild’ and ‘Nobody’s Son’ on SNL
Sabrina Carpenter made a memorable appearance on Saturday Night Live on October 18, where she showcased her musical talent and comedic skills. As both the host and musical guest, she performed songs from her upcoming album, “Man’s Best Friend.”
Sabrina Carpenter’s SNL Performances
During the show, Carpenter delivered a lively rendition of her single “Manchild.” With SNL-themed underwear, she humorously sang into a hairbrush. Later, she captivated the audience by performing “Nobody’s Son” while wearing a gi and engaging in karate moves.
Comedy Sketches and Opening Monologue
Carpenter participated in various sketches, embodying diverse characters. She portrayed a 12-year-old boy podcast host and a girlboss motivational speaker who suffers an injury. A highlight of the night included her role as a singing washing machine.
In her opening monologue, Carpenter addressed the recent controversy surrounding the album cover for “Man’s Best Friend.” She joked, “What people don’t realize is that’s just how they cropped it.” The anecdote involved Bowen Yang helping her at an SNL event, providing a humorous context to the image that sparked discussions.
Sabrina Carpenter’s SNL Journey
This episode marked Carpenter’s third appearance on SNL, counting a cameo in a previous episode hosted by Quinta Brunson. She first performed as a musical guest for her 2024 album “Short n’ Sweet” and participated in SNL50, the anniversary special, where she sang alongside Paul Simon.
Upcoming Tour and Season Highlights
- Carpenter will kick off her North American arena tour, starting Thursday.
- Concert stops include major cities like Pittsburgh, New York, Nashville, Toronto, and Los Angeles.
- Season 51 of Saturday Night Live began on October 4, featuring Bad Bunny as the host and Doja Cat as the musical guest.
Following this week off, future episodes will include hosts Miles Teller and Brandi Carlile, Nikki Glaser and Sombr, as well as Glen Powell and Olivia Dean.
Carpenter’s talent continues to shine, and her songs “Manchild” and “Nobody’s Son” are generating excitement ahead of their official release.
