‘SNL UK’ Cold Open Lampoons Harry & Meghan’s UK Return
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Key Points:
- Saturday Night Live UK launched its second season with a sketch satirizing Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's visit to King Charles III and Queen Camilla at Balmoral Castle, referencing their Netflix deal and racial concerns from their Oprah interview.
- The sketch included a comedic portrayal of new UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham promising a better life for the public, emphasizing his difference from previous leaders.
- The season premiere was hosted by Jeff Goldblum and featured a musical number from the London studio, with the season set to run six episodes before a hiatus until early 2027.
- Returning cast members include Hammed Animashaun, Ayoade Bamgboye, Larry Dean, and Emma Sidi, among others, with new cast member Freddie Meredith making his debut.
- SNL UK is produced by Universal Television Alternative Studio UK and Broadway Video, with Lorne Michaels as executive producer and James Longman as lead producer.
