Mikey Madison's SNL Hosting Debut Earns Mixed Reviews

The Oscar-winning actress showcased charm and humor but faced criticism for limited lead roles and recycled sketches.

Mikey Madison hosted Saturday Night Live for the first time on March 29, 2025, following her Best Actress Oscar win for 'Anora.'
Her monologue highlighted personal anecdotes, humorously addressed online trolls, and poked fun at her career trend of playing characters who meet violent ends.
The episode's cold open parodied the recent Signal Chat Scandal, with Madison appearing as a high school student alongside cast members.
Critics noted the show relied heavily on recycled material, with Madison primarily cast in supporting roles rather than leading sketches.
Musical guest Morgan Wallen performed two songs from his upcoming album, delivering low-key performances that contrasted with recent high-concept musical acts.