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The sketch comedy showcase presented its version of the meeting between outgoing president Joe Biden and Trump at the White House on Wednesday, portraying Trump's cabinet picks as unconventional. Carvey's Biden complained that his dog had been attacking foreign leaders who visit the White House — "every single one." Staying on topic, Trump noted, "I am very fastly picking the most epic cabinet of all time," he said. Repertory player Sarah Sherman portrayed Gaetz, who is Trump's choice to oversee the Department of Justice, which previously investigated him. “SNL” airs on NBC, a division of NBCUniversal, which is also the parent company of NBC News.

Persons: Donald Trump, Joe Biden, Trump, Trump's, James Austin Johnson, Biden, Dana Carvey, Carvey's Biden, Johnson's Trump, Elon, We've, Matt Gaetz, Kristi Noem, Sarah Sherman, Gaetz, Alec Baldwin, Robert F, Kennedy Jr, —, Baldwin's Kennedy, he'll, Jake Paul, podcaster Dugan, Marcello Hernández, PJ, Emil Wakim, Colin Jost, he's, xcx Organizations: White, Elon, RFK Jr, of Justice, Trump, SNL, NBC, NBC News Locations: Canada, Joe, Iran, NBCUniversal

But, Thompson continued later: "That is why we at 'SNL' would like to say to you, Donald Trump, we ... have been with you all along." The statement may have come as a surprise to longtime viewers of the sketch comedy show, but cast members, looking out for their future under a second Trump administration, made clear that he has been a longtime favorite. And, should anyone accuse cast members of being insincere or secret critics of Trump's, they quickly began throwing people under the bus. "Mr. Trump, your honor," he said, "we know that you say things that are controversial sometimes, but really you're just speaking the truth. “But seriously, I run the country now.”The cast addressed what many pundits have said was the key demographic in the 2024 presidential election: young men who feel unseen.

Persons: ”, Donald Trump’s, Joe Biden's, Nwodim, Heidi Gardner, Trump, Kenan Thompson, Thompson, Donald Trump, Bowen Yang, Marcello Hernández, Sarah Sherman, Trump's, Colin Jost, Michael Che, Sherman, — Ashley Padilla, Emil Wakim, Jane Wickline —, Kamala Harris, James Austin Johnson, Johnson, Jacked Trump, Elon Musk, Dana Carvey, MAGA, “, Yang, Bill Burr, pant, Burr, Jost, Biden Organizations: Trump, Democratic, NBC News

☆ Ariana Grande tells dejected ‘SNL’ cast that she doesn’t want to do ‘Wicked’ skits in hilarious promo
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-09 | by ( Dan Heching | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +1 min

CNN —Ariana Grande would like to get a few things straight before she returns to host “Saturday Night Live” this weekend. She previously appeared on “SNL” as the musical guest in 2014 and 2024. She did double duty as both the host and musical guest in March 2016. This week, she will be joined by musical guest Stevie Nicks. “Saturday Night Live” airs on NBC on Saturday at 11:30 p.m. ET/8:30 p.m. PT.

Persons: CNN — Ariana Grande, “, Oz, Devon Walker, Michael Longfellow, Marcello Hernández, Andrew Dismukes, Lion, Dorothy, Oz ”, it’s, Stevie Nicks Organizations: CNN, SNL, NBC Locations: Grande

☆ Jacob Elordi dives headfirst into ‘Saturday Night Live’ hosting gig in new video
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-17 | by ( Alli Rosenbloom | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +1 min

CNN —Jacob Elordi is taking a step – and a bit of a tumble – toward preparing for his “Saturday Night Live” hosting debut in a new promo for the upcoming episode this weekend. After many hilariously feeble attempts, Elordi finally manages to take that step, but tumbles into a full face-plant right on the stage. Johnson and Hernandez are then seen fleeing the area, trying to pretend nothing happened. Splayed out on the floor, Elordi lifts his head just high enough to say, “I’m good!”The upcoming episode of “SNL” is the first show of 2024. Elordi will make his hosting debut alongside musical guest – and star of the new “Mean Girls” reboot – Reneé Rapp.

Persons: Jacob Elordi, he’s, Kim Kardashian, Zac Efron, Elordi, Punkie Johnson, Marcello Hernandez, Johnson, Hernandez, – Reneé Rapp, HBO’s, Booth, ”, Elvis Presely, Sofia Coppola, Priscilla ”, Emerald Fennell’s Organizations: CNN, SNL, NBC Locations: 8H

☆ Pedro Pascal drops by ‘SNL’ to help Bad Bunny nail his monologue
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-22 | by ( Alli Rosenbloom | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +1 min

The “Last of Us” actor told Bad Bunny in the bit that he can win the audience over by sharing an “embarrassing” photo of himself. Taking Pascal’s advice – sort of – Bad Bunny showed a steamy photo of himself striking a pose while wearing nothing but a towel. Pascal hosted “SNL” in February alongside musical guest Coldplay. Bad Bunny pulled double duty on Saturday’s episode, serving as the host and musical guest. “SNL” returns next week with comedian Nate Bargatze as host and the Foo Fighters as the musical guest.

Persons: Pedro Pascal, ” Pascal, ”, Bad Bunny, Pascal, Marcello Hernández, Chloe Troast, Coldplay, Bunny, Mick Jagger, Lady Gaga, “, “ SNL ”, Nate Bargatze Organizations: CNN, SNL, “ SNL, Foo Fighters

☆ Mick Jagger makes surprise slapstick cameo on ‘SNL’ alongside host Bad Bunny
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-22 | by ( Alli Rosenbloom | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +1 min

Rolling Stones frontman Mick Jagger made two surprise cameos on the new episode of “Saturday Night Live,” hosted by musician Bad Bunny. In the first sketch, Jagger crashed the set of a Spanish-language soap opera, playing the father of a character who was involved in a bitter on-screen fight. Bad Bunny starred in the sketch alongside and “SNL” cast member Marcello Hernández. Jagger’s appearance on Saturday comes after the Rolling Stones released “Hackney Diamonds” on Friday, their first new album since 2005. The Rolling Stones, including members Jagger, Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood, also performed a surprise album release party Friday night in New York City.

Persons: Mick Jagger, ”, Bad Bunny, Jagger, Marcello Hernández, Hernández, didn’t, Punkie Johnson, they’ll, Keith Richards, Ronnie Wood, Lady Gaga, Gaga Organizations: CNN, SNL Locations: New York, Spanish, New York City

☆ Waffle House violence is so common it has become a meme. Now, fed-up workers are unionizing and demanding the company improve security.
▼ + stars: | 2023-07-20 | by ( Dominick Reuter | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Waffle House restaurants have developed a reputation for violent incidents over the years. In response, some employees in South Carolina have unionized, demanding better security and pay. Representatives for Waffle House did not immediately respond to Insider's request for comment on this story. About two dozen other labor organizers joined the Waffle House workers for a three-day strike, backed by the newly formed Union of Southern Service Workers. Waffle House denied engaging in unfair labor practices in a letter to employees that was shared with the newspaper.

Persons: Jenna Ortega, Marcello Hernández, I've, Jessica Gantt, Naomi Harris, Harris, Gantt, Shae Parker, Dominick Organizations: Workers, Service, Representatives, Waffle, Waffle House, Union of Southern Service Workers, Service Employees International Union, Columbia, Courier Locations: South Carolina, Wall, Silicon, Columbia, Union, North Carolina, Georgia

☆ A 'Saturday Night Live' actor breaks down how TikTok has influenced the show's approach to hiring and content
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-17 | by ( Shriya Bhattacharya | Sydney Bradley | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

He landed the gig through a personal connection but said TikTok has greatly influenced hiring since. He breaks down how the short-video app has influenced the show's filming style and talent. If Madray were trying to land a spot on "SNL" today, though, he might have taken a different route. Now, "SNL" uses the app to spot talent like Marcello Hernandez, who blew up on TikTok and became a regular cast member on the show. Recently, he said, the show has been experimenting with shooting content vertically so it can fit the frame of a TikTok video.

☆ As comedy views surge on TikTok, comedians say the app has broken the traditional power balance and opened up 'so many more ways' to be working comedians
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-15 | by ( Shriya Bhattacharya | Sydney Bradley | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +12 min

Before TikTok, comedians often bet on auditions or personal connections to break into the industry. Today, with 417,000 followers, Rahma is carving out a new space for unscripted comedy on the app. Insider spoke with 20 entertainment and TikTok insiders, including a dozen comedians, about how TikTok has impacted the comedy industry. TikTok comedians are bypassing traditional industry gatekeepersComedian Kyle Gordon was "flailing" before TikTok. Five comedians said they felt traditional late-night shows and comedy TV were losing some of their cultural impact as TikTok encroaches.

☆ Comedians say TikTok has broken the power of traditional gatekeepers and brought greater control and financial stability to their careers
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-12 | by ( Shriya Bhattacharya | Sydney Bradley | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +12 min

☆ Meet 'SNL's' newest cast members
▼ + stars: | 2022-09-15 | by ( Sandra Gonzalez | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: 1 min

(CNN) "Saturday Night Live" has added four new faces. Joining the cast as featured players in Season 48 are: Marcello Hernandez, Molly Kearney, Michael Longfellow and Devon Walker. Hernandez is a Cuban/Dominican stand up comedian, writer, and actor who has opened for comedians like Jim Breuer and Gilbert Gottfried, according to his official website. Kearney, who uses they/them pronouns, recently had a part in Amazon Prime Video's "A League of Their Own" TV series, according to IMDB. Longfellow, who hails from Phoenix, was recently featured in the "Netflix Is a Joke: The Festival," as a notable up-and-comer.

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