On a night filled with laughter, music, and celebrity surprises, the sensational Puerto Rican rapper Bad Bunny took center stage on “Saturday Night Live.” The 29-year-old artist didn’t just host but also showcased his musical prowess as the evening’s star performer.
As the show opened, Bad Bunny, also known as Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, highlighted the language challenge he might face, given that English isn’t his native tongue. In a delightful twist, the charismatic Pedro Pascal came to the rescue, translating the rapper’s Spanish words with playful humor. In a comedic misinterpretation, Pascal cheekily conveyed, “I’m honored to stand next to my favorite actor, Pedro Pascal.” Their on-stage rapport continued as Pascal revisited his role from a prior “SNL” skit in which he portrayed an overprotective mother. This time around, the narrative saw her son Luis, played by Marcello Hernández, introducing his new girlfriend, portrayed by Chloe Troast. Adding a comedic touch, Bad Bunny appeared as the skeptical and judgmental aunt.
Pascal’s cameo wasn’t the only surprise that evening. The crowd was electrified when rock legend Mick Jagger stepped onto the stage. His appearance held significance as it signaled his return to “SNL” after being absent since 1986. The iconic frontman of The Rolling Stones further spiced up the night during Bad Bunny’s telenovela sketch. Together with Bad Bunny and Marcello Hernández, Jagger displayed an unexpected comedic flair, especially when he humorously intervened in an on-set dispute with a memorable dual slap. Their collaborative genius didn’t stop there; a parody sketch of “Sister Act 3” featured Jagger and Bad Bunny in roles that had the audience roaring with laughter.
The evening’s musical segments were equally entrancing. The indomitable Lady Gaga introduced Bad Bunny’s soulful rendition of “Un Preview.” The limelight then returned to Pascal, who set the stage for Bunny’s spirited performance of “Monaco.”
Post-show, the excitement didn’t wind down. Bad Bunny was spotted at the “SNL” afterparty, with snapshots by People capturing moments with the ever-elegant Kendall Jenner. Their recent appearances together, from Gucci’s luxurious luggage campaign to front-row seats at Milan’s Gucci Fashion Week, have been turning heads. Addressing the speculated bond with reality TV sensation Kendall Jenner, Bad Bunny offered a glimpse of his perspective in a Vanity Fair interview, emphasizing his need for personal space, “The public doesn’t truly grasp my feelings or my life. And I believe there’s no obligation on my part to elucidate.”