Bowen Yang Says One SNL Host Made "Multiple Cast Members Cry"

As a long-time fan of Saturday Night Live (SNL), I must say that the behind-the-scenes drama revealed by Bowen Yang is quite shocking. It’s disheartening to hear about a host who was so brutal with their criticism, leaving several cast members in tears before the table read.

On Saturday Night Live, being asked to host is often a significant career milestone for many performers. However, as revealed by SNL writer and cast member Bowen Yang, not everyone is equally thrilled about working with the team at 30 Rockefeller Center. In fact, during a recent hosting stint, one individual was so harsh in their criticism that it left several cast members in tears. This topic surfaced in a “Truth or Kink” sketch on Watch What Happens Live! with Andy Cohen, and Yang chose not to reveal the name of this particular host.

It appears that Cohen and Matt Rogers, among others, seem to be aware of the person Yang is referring to, yet no one seems inclined to harm his career for the purpose of exposing a poor host.

According to Yang, the host caused several cast members to cry during a rehearsal on Wednesday by strongly disliking their ideas.

Based on my own experiences as a critic and artist, it seems there was more to their dislike of the sketches than just simple distaste. This individual, I suspect, expressed their dissatisfaction quite emphatically, perhaps even flamboyantly, given their background and personality.

2018 marked the point when I became part of this dynamic group. Looking back, it seems like our host has been around for some time in the recent past. This timeline eliminates certain notorious hosts, such as action star Steven Seagal, who apparently didn’t align with the team’s plans that week. According to longtime cast member David Spade, this misalignment might have led to the first week of discussions about replacing our host and potentially opting for a cast-led show instead. (This information is shared in “Live From New York: The Complete, Uncensored History of Saturday Night Live.”)

Indeed, social media buzzes with guesses about the potential candidate, with notable figures like Bill Burr, Dave Chappelle, and Elon Musk being frequently mentioned – all of whom have had contentious hosting stints in recent times. However, it’s important to note that a person causing trouble backstage doesn’t necessarily equate to the one perceived by the audience.

As a longtime fan of Saturday Night Live (SNL), I was thrilled to learn about the talented cast members who will be gracing our screens during Season 49. Having grown up watching SNL and being inspired by its comedic genius, it’s fascinating to see such a diverse group of individuals joining the legendary show.

On Saturday evenings, Lorne Michaels serves as the executive producer for the show, while Liz Patrick takes charge of directing and Darrell Hammond introduces it.

2024-08-14 21:40

Bowen Yang Says One SNL Host Made “Multiple Cast Members Cry”

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