Bowen Yang Portrays George Santos; Michael Che Addresses SNAP
Bowen Yang made waves on Saturday Night Live’s Weekend Update with his portrayal of George Santos. This segment highlighted Santos’s comedic take on absurd scenarios, following his prison sentence commutation.
Michael Che Addresses SNAP Benefits Crisis
Co-anchor Michael Che began his commentary by addressing the “racist” cutoff to SNAP benefits, which occurred due to the ongoing government shutdown. Che joked about state food insecurity, stating, “Due to the government shutdown, SNAP food benefits ran out of funds today, but the government still provides needy families with free food through the Second Amendment.” This quip drew both laughter and discomfort from the audience as the accompanying graphic of a gun flashed on-screen.
Prince Andrew’s Royal Titles Stripped
In a separate joke, Che referenced Prince Andrew losing his royal titles due to ongoing controversies related to Jeffrey Epstein. He humorously suggested that Andrew could regain his title if he received a kiss from a young princess.
Yang’s Santos in Comedic Spotlight
Yang’s version of George Santos, who has a reputation for being a con artist, claimed to have pulled off a heist at the Louvre. “Well, I’m rich now too because I just took a trip to the Louvre,” he said, showcasing a jeweled necklace he supposedly “reappropriated for his ancestors.”
Ongoing Gags and Cameos
During the segment, Yang’s Santos took phone calls from various fictional characters, including Ghislaine Maxwell and “roomie” Diddy. In a comedic twist, Santos also joked about stealing co-anchor Colin Jost’s wallet.
Jost, annoyed, responded, “Give me back my angels!” The skit further evolved with Santos claiming, “I won the World Series!” just after the Los Angeles Dodgers secured their championship.
MVPs: Ashley Padilla and Andrew Dismukes
Ashley Padilla and Andrew Dismukes shone as standout performers in a sketch titled “Hockey PSA.” Their chemistry was apparent as they portrayed two people casually discussing the government shutdown while hinting at a budding romance.
Humorous Dialogue and Dynamics
Padilla’s character, concerned about her appearance, received affirmation from Dismukes’s character, leading to playful banter about the political climate. Their exchanges cleverly mirrored the tension between the warring Democrats and Republicans.
- Yang’s portrayal of Santos became a highlight of Weekend Update.
- Che’s commentary skewered the dire state of SNAP amid the government shutdown.
- Prince Andrew’s predicament was used as fodder for humor.
- Padilla and Dismukes showcased strong comedic chemistry in their sketch.
SNL’s Weekend Update continues to blend humor with current events, presenting critical societal issues through the lens of comedy.
