Saturday Night Live: Teyana Taylor’s so-so episode is saved by one standout sketch

January 25, 2026

TL;DR

Donald Trump hosts a satirical awards show for his 'second term,' with a "Kanye-style" interruption and an honorary award for Elon Musk.
Host Teyana Taylor's performance was comfortable but lacked standout moments, with a sketch about airport delays being particularly unfocused.
A toy commercial sketch for the fictional film 'One Battle After Another' was a major highlight, satirizing racial themes and children's engagement with complex narratives.
Weekend Update discussed ICE actions and the evolution of slang, with a commentary on Black influence on Gen Z slang.
A digital short taught men how to 'Blow It' to get dumped by their girlfriends.
The episode is described as weak overall, with the 'One Battle After Another' sketch being the primary redeeming factor.

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