Olivia Rodrigo mocks former Disney co-star Jake Paul’s boxing career in 'SNL' monologue
Key Points:
- Olivia Rodrigo humorously mocked her former Disney Channel co-star Jake Paul during her hosting and musical guest appearance on "Saturday Night Live," referencing their time on the show "Bizaardvark" and contrasting their career paths.
- Rodrigo joked that while she aimed to create music exploring complex emotions, Paul aspired to "beat up old guys on Netflix," alluding to his 2024 boxing match against Mike Tyson, which was streamed to 108 million viewers.
- Jake Paul responded positively on social media, acknowledging the joke and expressing pride in Rodrigo's success, emphasizing mutual admiration despite the playful jab.
- "Bizaardvark," which aired from 2016 to 2019, featured Rodrigo and Paul in key roles, with Paul playing Dirk Mann, a character known for performing dares on the show’s fictional online channel.
- Paul has credited his role on "Bizaardvark" as a significant early step in his career, helping him gain experience in acting and media and positioning him as one of the first influencers on television.