Sabrina Carpenter is set to host and perform on Saturday Night Live tomorrow, marking a return to 30 Rock for the Grammy-winning pop star. Fresh off releasing her latest album, Man’s Best Friend, Carpenter will take on double duties, combining her musical talents with comedic performance.
Promos for the upcoming episode suggest Carpenter is ready to show off her comedic skills. In one sketch, titled Sabrina in the City, she parodies the classic sitcom Sex and the City, stepping into the iconic role of Carrie Bradshaw. Carpenter humorously navigates Manhattan in Manolo Blahniks, greeting cast member Marcello Hernandez as “Mr. Big” and delivering her signature mix of charm and wit.
In the sketch, new cast member Tommy Brennan asks Carpenter, “Sabrina, what are you up to?” She replies, “In these heels? Probably, like, five four.” Carpenter then hands Hernandez a Cosmopolitan and walks off unfazed, later typing on a laptop while narrating her thoughts in true Bradshaw style: “The woman wondered what she’d gotten herself into.”
Another promo has already sparked fan excitement, pairing Carpenter with Hernandez in a playful “arrest” sketch. Carpenter teases, “Hi, I’m Sabrina Carpenter, and I’ll be the host and musical guest this week on SNL, and I think I might need to arrest someone for being too hot.” Hernandez, holding out his wrists for cuffing, responds, “Oh, well, I turn myself in.” Carpenter looks past the camera and adds, “You’re under arrest, cameraman!”
The pair also teamed up for a third promo in which they lip-synch to a TikTok mash-up of 4 Non Blondes’ What’s Up? and Nicki Minaj’s Beez in the Trap, highlighting Carpenter’s fun and versatile approach to promotion.
At 26, Carpenter has built a career blending music, acting, and now comedy. Fans are eager to see how her energy translates to the live SNL stage, especially as she balances both hosting and performing musical numbers. Her recent album, Man’s Best Friend, has already received praise for its catchy hooks and clever lyrics, and she is expected to feature tracks from the record during the episode.
Carpenter’s SNL appearance follows a growing trend of musicians taking on dual roles, blending performance with comedy sketches. Her promos hint at a mix of parody, physical comedy, and pop culture references, promising a lively and memorable show.
With her prior acting experience and charisma, Carpenter is expected to handle the live format smoothly. Fans have already reacted positively to the promotional clips, with many commenting on her natural comedic timing and chemistry with the cast. The combination of music, humor, and celebrity skits continues to make SNL a major cultural event, and Carpenter’s appearance is highly anticipated.
Tomorrow’s episode will showcase Carpenter’s ability to merge music with comedy, offering fans both laughs and live performances. As SNL celebrates its long history of hosting multifaceted performers, Carpenter’s episode is shaping up to be one of the season’s standout moments. Her collaboration with Hernandez and engagement with parody sketches highlight her versatility and appeal to both longtime viewers and new audiences alike.
