Sabrina Carpenter Flirts with Camera Operator During ‘SNL‘ Hosting Gig,Reviving Tour Running Gag
New York,NY – Sabrina Carpenter playfully acknowledged a camera operator during her hosting debut on Saturday night Live this weekend,sparking a moment of lighthearted interaction that echoed a bit from her recent Short n’ Sweet tour. The exchange,captured during a sketch,quickly circulated online as fans recognized the continuation of a running gag involving Carpenter and SNL featured player Marcello Hernández.
Carpenter’s playful attention towards the camera operator stemmed from a recurring character she portrays as Domingo, a security guard, during her tour. In the sketch, Carpenter’s character referenced arresting someone, leading Hernández, who was also onstage, to jokingly assume she was referring to him. The moment highlighted Carpenter’s rapid wit and established a rapport with both Hernández and the SNL crew, demonstrating her comfort and charisma as a first-time host.
The playful dynamic originated during carpenter’s November 17, 2023, concert at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles.as part of her performance of “Juno,” Carpenter playfully “arrested” Hernández, who was in character as Domingo, in a staged bit captured by fans and widely shared on social media platforms like TikTok.
This weekend’s SNL appearance isn’t the first time carpenter has generated buzz. Prior to hosting, she released a promotional video channeling Carrie Bradshaw from Sex and the City, further showcasing her versatility and comedic timing.
Saturday Night Live airs Saturdays at 11:30 p.m. ET/8:30 p.m. PT on NBC and streams live on Peacock. Carpenter’s hosting gig marks a notable moment in her career, expanding her reach beyond music and solidifying her presence in the entertainment landscape.
