‘Saturday Night Live’ Opens Without A Skit — And Instead The Ukrainian Chorus Dumka Of New York

New York Post declared that dressing like a lesbian is fashion’s newest trend. Attached to the tweet was a recent article published by the news outlet, in which it declared that womenswear is “leaning toward the stereotypical lesbian look”. The article published by The Post referenced an essay written by queer author Jill Gutowitz for Harper’s Bazaar.

Jordan Moreau Just a few days after literally breaking the floor at a Detroit concert, Grammy-nominated rapper Baby Keem stormed the stage at New York City’s Terminal 5 to a packed crowd of young fans, dazzling them with a laser-light show and hits from his debut studio album “The Melodic Blue.”Keem, the cousin of 13-time Grammy winner and Pulitzer Prize-winning artist Kendrick Lamar, could nab himself a Grammy or three this year, alongside his famous family member. The 21-year-old is up for best new artist, and his single “Family Ties,” featuring Lamar, is nominated for best rap song and rap performance.

Cynthia Littleton Business Editor“Saturday Night Live” once again zeroed in on the war in Ukraine in its cold open with a sketch that featured President Joe Biden and White House press secretary Jen Psaki consulting with TikTok stars on how to respond to the growing threat from Russia.James Austin Johnson was back in an Oval Office setting as Biden while Kate McKinnon limned Psaki. A clutch of six representative TikTok personalities were seated on the two divans in the familiar setting for presidential meetings.“I suggested it as a joke and then it actually happened,” McKinnon as Psaki quipped, looking around the room.Johnson’s Biden joked about his lack of familiarity with the cutting-edge of social media.

Diane Kruger looked casual and comfortable while stepping out with her daughter  in New York. The Operative actress was ready for business wearing a navy blazer, but then also ready to relax in a baby blue sweat suit on Sunday.  Krueger, 45, carried a pink and red shopping bag, and a surgical mask in one hand while staying close to her three-year-old.

Dua Lipa has offered her verdict on Oscar Isaac reading fan fiction about her on Saturday Night Live. While hosting Saturday’s episode (5 March), Dune star Isaac appeared in a sketch set in a fiction writing workshop. Isaac played a janitor named Michael who seemingly reluctantly joins the class, only to launch into a lengthy romantic story about him and Lipa.

Another week, another great episode of Saturday Night Live!

The Ukrainian Chorus Dumka of New York hopes its recent "Saturday Night Live" performance sheds light on the ongoing war in Ukraine. The chorus consists of nonprofessional singers performing classical, sacred and folk choral music, primarily by Ukrainian composers.

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Saturday Night Live” cold open, they celebrated Russia’s Ukrainian invasion with an “all-star” Fox News special.On the “Fox News Ukrainian Invasion Celebration Spectacular,” from Mar-a-Lago, Ingraham (Kate McKinnon) and Carlson (Alex Moffat) welcomed Donald Trump (James Austin Johnson) — who sang “My Funny Valentine” in tribute to his pal, authoritarian Russian leader Vladimir Putin. Also appearing were Steven Segal (Bowen Yang), and Donald Trump Jr.

One week after paying tribute to Ukraine in its cold open, Saturday Night Live this week went for laughs by skewering Fox News host Tucker Carlson and Laura Ingraham for taking pro-Vladimir Putin stances as Russia threatened its neighbor.

Oscar Isaac is heading to for the first time, and he's bringing some of his famous character work and accents to the table.In promos released by NBC on Thursday, Isaac was joined by musical guest Charli XCX and castmember Aidy Bryant on the Studio 8H stage, and the actors were enchanted by the singer's English accent.«Yeah, I might try talkin' like you this week,» Bryant said, putting on an over-the-top, cartoonish cockney accent.«Oi, yeah! That'd be a crackin' good time, yeah!» Isaac added, affect an equally unrealistic caricature.«Guys, that's really not how I sound,» the singer shot back, trying to get them to just knock it off to no avail as the pair just switched to even more outlandish attempts at an impression.«Yeah, that's spot on. Well done,» and annoyed Charli said, giving up on trying to correct them as Isaac and Bryant high-fived excitedly.ET's Nischelle Turner spoke with Isaac on the red carpet at the 2022 Screen Actors Guild last Sunday and he opened up about making his hosting debut.«It's very nerve wracking, but I'm very excited about it though,» Isaac shared enthusiastically.

LCD Soundsystem played Guardian Angels in a skit in the latest episode of Saturday Night Live (February 26).The band were the musical guests on the show, performing ‘Thrills’ and ‘Yr City’s A Sucker’ from their 2005 debut album. They were joined by John Mulaney as host.During the show, they took part in a skit titled “Subway Churro”, in which a man (Andrew Dismukes) surprises everyone by buying a churro in a random subway station.The SNL cast take on spoofs of Broadway hits to express the peculiarities of New York, including why churros are taboo subway snacks, mole people, subway stabbings and strange liquid on the floor.LCD Soundsystem arrive at the end of the sketch, dressed in Guardian Angels’ gear, proclaiming “We’re the Guardian Angels and if you’re looking for a fight, you’ve gotta go through us!”. The Guardian Angels were a volunteer organisation founded in 1979 to combat violence and crime on the New York City Subway system.They’re met by a Jesus lookalike in a beer helmet, who they then serenade along with the rest of the SNL cast, singing a parody of ‘Superstar’ from Jesus Christ Superstar.

Back in December, Paul Rudd was set to host “Saturday Night Live” for the fifth time. However, what was supposed to be his triumphant induction into the show’s coveted five-timers club was somewhat spoiled by the COVID-19 surge in New York.

“Saturday Night Live” returned for their first show of the month and their first show since Russia launched a full-scale assault on Ukraine.

Proud papa! John Mulaney gave a shout-out to his girlfriend, Olivia Munn, and their son, Malcolm, during his Saturday, February 26, appearance on Saturday Night Live.

 Saturday Night Live in a move away from the show’s traditional opening sketch.The Chorus, who were founded in 1949 as a way for Ukrainian immigrants to “preserve and cultivate the rich musical heritage of Ukraine”, were introduced by SNL regulars Cecily Strong and Kate McKinnon at the show’s opening.Ukraine has officially severed diplomatic ties with Russia and declared martial law after Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered an attack on the neighbouring nation on February 24.The Chorus went on to perform an emotive rendition of ‘Prayer For Ukraine’, which you can watch below.After that, the show went on to reveal a set of candles in the shape of the word ‘Kiev’, Ukraine’s capital, which is still currently under siege.“Prayer for Ukraine” performed by Ukrainian Chorus Dumka of New York pic.twitter.com/5pi2l1Olpx— Saturday Night Live – SNL (@nbcsnl) February 27, 2022198 Ukrainians – including three children – have been killed at the time of writing, according to Health Minister Viktor Liashko. A further 1,115 people have reportedly been wounded, including 33 children (via Al Jazeera).

Ukraine amid the ongoing Russian invasion.The Ukrainian Chorus Dumka of New York performed a “Prayer for Ukraine” during the opening of “SNL” on Saturday. Cast members Kate McKinnon and Cecily Strong introduced the choir.The choir sang the melancholy tune in front of a live audience and a table of candles that spelled the name of Ukraine’s capital city, Kyiv.Russian troops launched an attack on Ukraine this week.