Sydney Sweeney, the talented actress making waves in Hollywood, took center stage as the host of Saturday Night Live’s latest episode.
With her sharp wit and fearless humor, she didn’t shy away from targeting one of the most controversial figures of the year – Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex.
Known for her acclaimed performances in hit shows like “Anyone But You,” “Euphoria,” and “The White Lotus,” Sweeney kicked off the show with a lively monologue that not only teased her own career and personal life but also touched upon the recent disappointment of “Madame Webbe,” a superhero film she starred in alongside Dakota Johnson.
Amidst playful banter about rumored romances with co-stars, such as Glenn Powell from “Anyone But You,” Sweeney’s spotlight moment came when she turned her comedic lens towards Meghan Markle.
In the wake of Meghan’s headline-grabbing interview with Oprah Winfrey, where she made startling allegations against the royal family, Sweeney didn’t hold back in expressing her disapproval of Meghan’s actions.
Playfully referring to Meghan as a drama queen, Sweeney quipped, “I used to admire her.
She had it all – success, royalty, fame.
But then she traded it all to play the victim, the martyr, the saint?”
With a twinkle in her eye, Sweeney proceeded to hilariously dissect some of Meghan’s most eyebrow-raising claims from the interview, challenging the credibility of statements like being unaware of royal protocols, feeling silenced within the institution, and expressing concerns about Archie’s skin tone.
Drawing raucous laughter from the audience, Sweeney juxtaposed Meghan’s assertions of thriving in her new life with a candid clip of Prince Harry looking less than enthused during a bus ride with James Corden.
In a bold move, Sweeney contrasted Meghan’s grievances with the real-world struggles faced by many, including global crises like the pandemic, climate change, and poverty.
Delivering a cutting blow, Sweeney admonished Meghan, asserting that she was not a victim or a saint but rather a self-absorbed individual causing pain to those around her, including Queen Elizabeth, Harry, and the British populace.
As the crowd erupted in applause, Sweeney concluded her monologue with a heartfelt plea for Meghan to reflect on her actions, extend apologies to the royal family and the public, and shed her victim mentality to embrace her role as a duchess.
Expressing hopes for Harry’s return to his roots and his loved ones, Sweeney left the audience with a powerful message of accountability and growth.
With a gracious nod to the viewers, she introduced the musical guest Casey, wrapping up a night filled with laughter, introspection, and a touch of Hollywood glamour.