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Sabrina Carpenter Best, Worst, and Most Memorable Oops Moments as a Host and Performer

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Sabrina Carpenter's Hosting Highlights and Low Points

Sabrina Carpenter hosted and performed on NBC's late-night show, featuring highs like a funny monologue and lows including technical difficulties. She sang two songs and faced mixed audience reactions during sketches.

  • Carpenter hosted and performed on October 18
  • Best moment: humorous monologue
  • Worst moment: mic cut out during sketch
  • Performed "Manchild" and "Nobody's Son"
  • Technical issues during "Nobody's Son" performance
  • Mixed reviews for recurring Domingo sketch
  • East Coast viewers heard unedited lyrics

Sabrina Carpenter’s hosting debut on SNL season 51 demonstrated her comedic and musical versatility. Her monologue set a playful tone, skillfully addressing public reactions to her album art. She also shined in sketches that highlighted her range from humor to musical performance.

Memorable Monologue on Album Controversy

Carpenter humorously explained the controversy surrounding her Man’s Best Friend album cover, revealing it to be a cropped image from the SNL 50th anniversary special. She joked about Bowen Yang helping her by the hair and Martin Short pushing her from the buffet line. This self-aware moment helped win over a delayed audience.[1][4][10]

Podcast Sketch with Trump Cameo

One standout sketch featured Carpenter with Chloe Fineman, Jane Wickline, and Veronika Slowikowska as 12-year-old male podcast hosts. President Donald Trump, played by James Austin Johnson, joined to discuss “fire” foods, blending satire with Carpenter’s natural comedic timing.[10][1]

Worst Moments and Technical Issues on SNL

While the episode had many highlights, it also faced some challenges that impacted viewer enjoyment. Some sketches felt repetitive, and technical difficulties affected Carpenter’s performance.

Overused Domingo Cold Open

The return of the Domingo cold open for the fourth time received negative feedback for lacking freshness and connection to current events. Social media users criticized its repetitive nature and questioned its comedic relevance.[4][6][1]

Microphone Cut During Sketch

A key technical issue arose during the “Girlboss seminar” sketch when Carpenter’s microphone cut out, leaving her inaudible for a time. Fans expressed concern and frustration on social media, though Carpenter continued performing confidently despite the disruption.[1][10]

Oops Moments: Live Performance Challenges

Live broadcasts always carry the risk of unexpected moments, and Carpenter’s uncensored lyrics during her musical performance startled some viewers.

Uncensored Lyrics in “Nobody’s Son”

During her second musical number, Carpenter sang an explicit lyric without censoring it. East Coast viewers heard the uncensored word, while a broadcast delay muted it for West Coast audiences. This highlighted the challenges of live TV and real-time censorship.[11][1]

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FAQ

What time does the show air?

It airs at 11:30 p.m. EST / 8:30 p.m. PST.

When did Sabrina Carpenter host the show?

She hosted on October 18, 2025.

What songs did Carpenter perform?

She performed "Manchild" and "Nobody's Son."

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Memorable Monologue on Album ControversyPodcast Sketch with Trump CameoWorst Moments and Technical Issues on SNLOverused Domingo Cold OpenMicrophone Cut During SketchOops Moments: Live Performance ChallengesUncensored Lyrics in “Nobody’s Son”