Olivia Rodrigo Chokes Out Ashley Padilla In ‘SNL’ Promo
Olivia Rodrigo is set to host Saturday Night Live for the first time while also serving as musical guest, marking her third appearance on the show. In a promotional teaser, she humorously choked out cast member Ashley Padilla during a skit about existential fears. The promo includes nods to Rodrigo's music and coincides with her upcoming album release on June 12.
- ▪Olivia Rodrigo is hosting Saturday Night Live for the first time while also performing as musical guest.
- ▪In the SNL promo, Rodrigo jokingly choked out cast member Ashley Padilla in a comedic sketch.
- ▪The promo references Rodrigo’s songs and albums, including 'Driver’s License,' Sour, and Guts.
- ▪Rodrigo’s third studio album, You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love, is set to debut on June 12.
- ▪Matt Damon and Will Ferrell will host the final two episodes of SNL Season 51, with Noah Kahan and Paul McCartney as musical guests.
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As Olivia Rodrigo pulls double-duty to make her Saturday Night Live hosting debut this weekend, along with her third time musical guest, she’s hyping fans up for the episode with Ashley Padilla. On Thursday, the 3x Grammy winner appeared in a new promo for her episode of the NBC sketch comedy show with the cast member, whom she jokingly choked out in the final take of the teaser. “I couldn’t sleep because I’m afraid of what happens when we die,” said Padilla after yawning, to which Rodrigo assured her, “Aw, it’s not so bad. Here, look.” Related Stories News Olivia Rodrigo, Matt Damon & Will Ferrell To Host ‘SNL’ In May To Close Out Season 51 Late Night TV ‘SNL’ Promo: Olivia Rodrigo Meets A Devil In Prada Rodrigo then wrapped her hands around Padilla until the comedian was on the floor.
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