Morgan Wallen’s SNL Walk-Off Sparks Humor in Latest Episode
In a surprising turn of events, country music star Morgan Wallen’s sudden exit from “Saturday Night Live” (SNL) during the goodnights segment has ignited a wave of comedy on the show. Wallen, who served as the musical guest on the March 29 episode and performed two songs, left the stage unexpectedly amid the customary hugs and farewells.
Shortly after his departure, Wallen took to Instagram, sharing a snapshot of his private jet with the caption, “Get me to God’s country,” which referenced his love for his home state of Tennessee.
Comedy Takes Center Stage
The latest episode of SNL capitalized on Wallen’s abrupt exit, humorously referencing it not just once but twice during the show’s segments. Colin Jost, during the “Weekend Update” feature, quipped about Wallen’s leave, saying, “Money is leaving the stock market faster than Morgan Wallen at goodnights.” This comment highlighted Wallen’s quick departure while drawing a parallel with the financial market’s downturn.
Earlier in the episode, comedian James Austin Johnson, portraying former President Donald Trump during the cold open, also alluded to Wallen’s Instagram post. Johnson humorously stated, “Get me to God’s country, right? Remember that?” while discussing various unrelated topics, adding a light-hearted context to the country star’s comment.
Hosting and Musical Guest Lineup
Wallen was featured on SNL to promote his upcoming album set for release in May. The March 29 episode was hosted by Mikey Madison, star of the film “Anora” and a recent Academy Award winner. Following Wallen’s appearance, the upcoming episode will see Jack Black return as host after nearly two decades, with music provided by renowned artists Elton John and Brandi Carlile.
Conclusion
Wallen’s walk-off has become a humorous talking point in the SNL community, exemplifying how the show often blends music, culture, and comedy. As SNL continues to incorporate current events and pop culture into its sketches, it will be interesting to see how it follows up on this amusing incident in future episodes.