‘Weekend Update’ Pokes Timothée Chalamet for Opera, Ballet Remarks
Timothée Chalamet found himself in hot water after his comment on the state of opera and ballet during a recent CNN/Variety town hall event. The actor expressed his disinterest in working in these art forms, stating, “no one cares about this anymore.” This remark did not sit well with the opera and ballet community in the U.S, prompting strong reactions from prominent companies.
“Saturday Night Live” took a jab at Chalamet’s controversial statement during their “Weekend Update” segment. The show’s anchor, Colin Jost, highlighted the backlash Chalamet faced from opera and ballet organizations, especially considering he made the comment while promoting his movie about ping-pong.
In addition to poking fun at Chalamet, “Weekend Update” also touched on other current events. Jost humorously mentioned Kristi Noem’s extravagant ad campaign that led to her removal as head of the Department of Homeland Security. The campaign featured Noem in various rustic settings, with Jost jokingly comparing her to a character from “Toy Story.”
The segment didn’t shy away from discussing the controversial figures in Trump’s cabinet either. Jost made a witty remark about Robert F. Kennedy Jr., likening him to what happens when actor Walton Goggins is left in an air fryer. The show’s anchor, Michael Che, also couldn’t resist commenting on a rash seen on President Trump’s neck, joking that it looked like someone had washed his shirt in holy water.
Overall, “Weekend Update” provided a mix of humor and satire on current events, including Chalamet’s comment on opera and ballet. The segment continues to entertain audiences with its sharp wit and comedic takes on the news of the week.
