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Judging by Mescals track record, it seems pretty much inevitable.
Seldom has someone who looks carved out of oak so often seemed in dire need of a medical-grade hug.
In his hosting debut, Mescal seemed as eager to soar as any of his typecast predecessors.
And I do meanflying-on-a-broomstick-belting-out-the-Defying-Gravity-rifflevel soaring.
Hes asartorially adventurousIrish guy, prone to playing frequently tearful characters.
(Im really not known for comedy, the host says, in perhaps the years greatest understatement.)
That isnt the case here.
But Mescal isnt the only one who got to branch out last night.
It finally feels like were getting to know them.
(So long ago, Darrell Hammond was still playing Trump at the time.)
(Played by David Spade in another throwback cameo.)
With perfect timing, Hunter reminds her this is exactly what Jesus did.
(Did we know he can sing?
I dont think we did.)
(Im the mad emperor with the bad temper-er, bangin eunuchs and tunics, January to December-er.)
This is the kind of sketch that makes one marvel at what theSNLteam can accomplish in a single week.
Here, she plays a local theater actor sharing her first televised ad with Mescals seasoned commercial star.
Mescal, however, does not.
(Whats happening, buddy?
Is there someone we can call?)
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Never trust anyone whos a little too excited to reveal their Spotify Wrapped.
Hopefully, this isnt the last weve seen of Dundalks finest.
That shoehorned line was a nod to theSNL-themed podcast the pair do together.
