October Surprise on Saturday Night Live: Alec Baldwin's Return Host and Monologue Former Beetlejuice co-star Michael Keaton was the host for the eveni
October Surprise on Saturday Night Live: Alec Baldwin’s Return
Host and Monologue
Former Beetlejuice co-star Michael Keaton was the host for the evening. However, his monologue was worrisome, with too much time devoted to song and extra guests on stage. Keaton barely got a joke off before Mikey Day and Andy Samberg flanked him in their respective Beetlejuice costumes, begging him to "do the voice."
Skits and Performances
Keaton’s wig handler deserves a special mention for their incredible work, making his various mop tops a marvel. However, as a sketch performer, Keaton was workmanlike, with comedy that was game but unspecific and unmemorable. His best turn was perhaps in a sketch called "Shop TV," where he played The Cookie Guy hawking a creation called the Zombie Eye cookie.
New Cast Member and Weekend Update
New cast member Emil Wakim made his debut during Weekend Update, sharing an origin story that will surely elevate the writers’ room. Wakim described himself as a Christian Arab from Lebanon, the son of an immigrant father who had hustled so hard in America that he was now a staunch Republican with anti-immigrant tendencies. Despite struggling to find his footing, Wakim showed promise in his two-minute debut.
Please Don’t Destroy Guys Return
Four weeks into the season, the Please Don’t Destroy guys returned, but their sketch was not a home run. The trio, composed of John Higgins, Martin Herlihy, and Ben Marshall, were stuck in a plane, on an ill-fated skydiving trip. The sketch lacked the usual chemistry and humor of their usual misadventures.
Musical Guest
Musical guest Billie Eilish was mesmerizing, performing "Birds of a Feather" and "Wildflower." However, she was only featured in one TikTok sketch, which could have been expanded to showcase her talents further.
Conclusion
The gang has a week off, and fingers are crossed for better nights ahead. As the season continues, it will be interesting to see how the cast adapts and grows. With new talent like Emil Wakim and veteran performers like Alec Baldwin, there are plenty of possibilities for exciting sketches and performances.
FAQs
Q: What was the highlight of the evening?
A: Alec Baldwin‘s return and his work lampooning Fox News’ Bret Baier was a standout moment.
Q: Who was the new cast member?
A: Emil Wakim, a Christian Arab from Lebanon, made his debut during Weekend Update.
Q: What was the problem with the Please Don’t Destroy guys’ sketch?
A: It lacked the usual chemistry and humor of their usual misadventures.
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