Inside Scoop: Pete Davidson's Hilarious Take on the 50th Anniversary Special of 'Saturday Night Live
The 50th anniversary special of "Saturday Night Live" was a star-studded event with celebrities like Robert De Niro and Kim Kardashian in attendance. However, former "SNL" cast member Pete Davidson revealed that the audience at the event was not as lively as one might expect. During an appearance on "Late Night With Seth Meyers," Davidson described the audience as "terrible," attributing it to the presence of famous people who only enjoy themselves.
Davidson humorously admitted that he, too, is guilty of being part of the self-absorbed audience. He recalled a moment during the special when he was the only one laughing during a pre-taped sketch, prompting Meyers to joke about his enthusiastic reaction. Despite the lack of laughter from the audience, Davidson had the opportunity to reprise his famous Chad character in a sketch with original cast member Laraine Newman.
Reflecting on his experience at the special, Davidson shared that he had the privilege of sitting next to the legendary actress Meryl Streep. He expressed his admiration for Streep, acknowledging her as the best and apologizing for his presence next to her. Davidson was impressed by Streep's kindness and described her as ruling the event with her presence.
Overall, the 50th anniversary special of "Saturday Night Live" was a memorable event with a mix of famous faces and comedic moments. Despite the subdued audience reaction, Davidson's interaction with Meryl Streep added a touch of excitement to the evening.