Phoebe Bridgers and Gracie Abrams hit SNL
The magic of Saturday Night Live often lies in the unexpected pairings, and this season delivered a delightfully personal soundtrack. The show recently tapped two contemporary music stars, Phoebe Bridgers and Gracie Abrams, to join the roster of musical guests, adding a layer of narrative intrigue to the comedy and chaos.
Beyond the stage, there’s a delightful piece of celebrity history woven into the performances. It turns out that Bridgers has a backstory connection to Abrams, having previously dated Paul Mescal, Abrams’s partner before she entered into her own relationship with Bo Burnham. This shared history provided rich material for Bridgers’ performance, particularly her standout track Lost Weekend’s “The Governor’s Waltz.” The song serves as a poignant nod to that past relationship while playfully acknowledging the duo’s shared, seemingly niche affinity for outer space-themed bedsheets.
The musical lineup spanned several episodes, offering fans a perfect dose of talent throughout the season. Gracie Abrams is set to grace the stage on the October 31 episode, hosted by the breakout star Inde Navarette.
The music continued to flow as The Strokes brought their iconic sound, complete with their beloved Auto-Tune, to the stage on November 7, hosted by digital creator Druski.
Finally, the night concluded with Phoebe Bridgers performing on November 14, lending her signature voice to an episode hosted for a seventh time by John Mulaney.
These musical guests injected a unique, intimate energy into the SNL experience, proving that the best television often happens when personal stories meet the spotlight. Whether it was celebrating shared history or delivering a catchy tune, the musical collaborations provided a memorable backdrop for the show’s latest episodes.
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