“Saturday Night Live” returned for its 49th season after a six-month hiatus caused by the writers’ strike and the Israel-Hamas war. The show began with a cold open delivered by comedian and former “SNL” cast member Pete Davidson.
Davidson addressed the harrowing developments in Israel and Gaza, offering sobering remarks on the situation. Despite the seriousness of his comments, he maintained a comedic tone, drawing laughter from the live studio audience. This approach mirrored past “SNL” tributes to historic events such as the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the 9/11 attacks.
It’s worth noting that Davidson’s original hosting slot on the previous season’s finale was canceled due to the strike by unionized members of the Writer’s Guild of America.
During his monologue, Davidson shared his personal experience of losing his father in the 9/11 attacks. He empathized with the suffering of children in both Israel and Palestine, reflecting on how he found solace in stand-up comedy during his own grieving process.
Davidson concluded his remarks by highlighting the power of comedy in the face of tragedy and expressed his solidarity with those affected. He then transitioned into the rest of the show, pledging to embrace his role in bringing humor to the audience.
A recurring theme throughout the night’s comedy sketches was the surprise appearances of Taylor Swift. The pop star briefly took the “SNL” stage and introduced the musical guest, Ice Spice. Swift’s presence also coincided with the debut of her Eras Tour concert film.
Additionally, Swift’s rumored relationship with Travis Kelce, the Kansas City Chiefs tight end, became a subject of humor during the show. The cast parodied Fox News’ coverage of the National Football League, with Kelce himself making an unexpected cameo and jokingly expressing his enthusiasm for discussing football.
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