“Saturday Night Live” begins its 51st season with host Bad Bunny discussing his Super Bowl halftime show amid criticism. The show features comedic sketches about Donald Trump’s administration.
Trump Administration Satirized
The cold open featured a sketch about Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth meeting military officers. Colin Jost, portraying Hegseth, made jokes criticizing military fitness and featured a Trump character supervising the show’s content.
Trump, played by James Austin Johnson, noted the show’s rough start with new cast members and referenced past events at “SNL.” His comments hinted at the show’s aging and reliance on past successes.
Bad Bunny Addresses Controversy
During his opening monologue, Bad Bunny addressed backlash over his Super Bowl performance, proclaiming he was happy and confident. Notably, he included a humorous cut of Fox News hosts supporting him.
His performance choice faces scrutiny due to his predominantly Spanish songs. He expressed pride in representing the Latino community and emphasized their contributions to the country.
New Season Highlights and Cast Changes
This season showcases five new comedic performers while some cast members have departed. Bad Bunny’s return as host is notable, as he also contributed to the show’s finale last season.
Special guest appearances included Doja Cat, Jon Hamm, and Benicio del Toro, expanding SNL’s cultural reach and providing amusing sketches enhancing the season’s premiere.
