‘SNL’ Tucker Carlson Critiques the Met Gala, Slams the ‘Michael’ Movie

The recent episode of “Saturday Night Live” featured a hilarious segment on “Weekend Update” with Jeremy Culhane once again impersonating right-wing talker Tucker Carlson. This time, his target was the extravagant Met Gala that took place last weekend.

In his spot-on impression, Culhane-as-Carlson sarcastically questioned the event, stating, “A night of fashion and fun. Huh. Really. Come on, everybody, let’s all prance around in our $100,000 clown outfits and watch the American empire crumble. What are we doing? Come on.”

During the segment, “Tucker” expressed his disdain for the event, poking fun at celebrities and their outfits. He took a swipe at Madonna, joking about her elaborate headpiece, and criticized the event’s extravagance.

When asked about Heidi Klum’s outfit, “Tucker” continued his satirical commentary, likening the Statue of Liberty to a burqa and making absurd comparisons about New York landmarks.

The segment also touched on the controversy surrounding the new “Michael” film, with Carlson offering his unique perspective on the King of Pop’s life. He made light of the criticism surrounding the film’s portrayal of Michael Jackson and ended with a controversial comment about A$AP Rocky’s outfit.

Throughout the segment, Culhane’s impression of Carlson was on point, capturing the host’s mannerisms and tone perfectly. The skit was filled with witty jokes and clever wordplay, making for an entertaining and comical watch.

Overall, the segment was a hilarious take on the Met Gala and celebrity culture, with Culhane delivering a standout performance as Tucker Carlson. The satirical commentary and sharp wit of the skit made it a memorable moment on “Weekend Update.”