Sabrina Carpenter Revives Viral ‘Domingo’ Sketch on ‘SNL‘
New York, NY – Sabrina Carpenter brought back the wildly popular “Domingo” sketch during her hosting and musical guest appearance on Saturday Night live this weekend, delighting audiences with a reprise of the character’s signature musical interludes. The sketch, originally featured on the SNL 50th anniversary special in February, quickly became a viral sensation, amassing over 20 million views on YouTube.
The return of Domingo, portrayed by Kenan Thompson, underscores SNL’s strategy of leveraging proven successes to drive viewership and engagement. The initial sketch’s immense popularity demonstrated a strong audience appetite for the comedic premise, prompting producers to revisit the concept with carpenter as the latest participant. This revival highlights the show’s ability to capitalize on existing content while showcasing the talents of its current host.
During the sketch,carpenter delivered a solo performance,prompting a playful critique from fellow cast member Bowen Yang,playing Matt,who questioned her vocal range. “Kelsey, the night we spent together in Nashville was anything but ordinary,” Thompson’s Domingo declared before initiating the musical exchange.
The original “Domingo” sketch debuted during SNL’s 50th anniversary celebration, quickly becoming a standout moment. The character’s unexpected musical interruptions and Thompson’s comedic timing resonated with viewers, establishing it as a memorable piece of the show’s history. SNL has consistently sought to recreate prosperous sketches, and the return of Domingo with Carpenter demonstrates the show’s continued reliance on established formulas to generate buzz and attract a broad audience.
A video of the sketch is available to view here.
