Dakota Johnson, the talented actress and host of Saturday Night Live, recently gave a shout-out to Taylor Swift during her monologue on the show. In a lighthearted moment, Johnson proclaimed Swift as the “most powerful person in America.” This unexpected declaration caught the attention of the SNL audience and sparked a wave of cheers.
During her monologue, Johnson reminisced about her previous appearance on SNL after the show’s 40th-anniversary special. As a photo of the star-studded audience from that evening appeared on screen, Johnson pointed out the notable individuals who were present, including Sarah Palin, George Lucas, and Steven Spielberg.
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However, it was the person sitting right behind her in the photo that caught everyone’s attention. The camera zoomed in to reveal former president Donald Trump. Johnson humorously remarked on the irony of standing so close to someone who would later become the most powerful person in America.
But the real surprise came when the camera zoomed in for a second time, this time on Taylor Swift, who was seated in front of Johnson at the event. The mention of Swift’s name caused the SNL audience to erupt in cheers, showcasing the singer’s widespread popularity and influence.
In addition to her praise for Taylor Swift, Dakota Johnson took a moment to reflect on her work with Justin Timberlake on the 2010 film, “The Social Network.” Johnson appeared in a scene with Timberlake, portraying a college student who had a relationship with his character, Napster founder and former Facebook President Sean Parker.
During her monologue, Johnson playfully referred to the reunion with Timberlake, mentioning their previous collaboration in the movie. To the surprise of the audience, Timberlake himself appeared on stage next to Johnson, adding to the excitement of the moment. The playful banter between the two highlighted their camaraderie and chemistry.
As if Timberlake’s unexpected appearance wasn’t enough, he also treated the audience to an electrifying performance later in the show. The singer performed his 2013 hit, “Mirrors,” captivating the crowd with his dynamic stage presence and vocal prowess.
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But Timberlake didn’t stop there. He also showcased a new track, “Sanctified,” featuring rapper and singer Tobe Nwigwe. The collaboration brought a fresh and exciting element to the show, further solidifying Timberlake’s status as a versatile and talented artist.
Throughout the episode, Dakota Johnson participated in various entertaining sketches, showcasing her comedic skills and versatility as a performer. One notable sketch was a hilarious recreation of the popular show “Shark Tank,” featuring guest star sharks Mark Cuban and Barbara Corcoran. Johnson’s comedic timing and delivery added to the comedic brilliance of the skit.
Another sketch cleverly capitalized on America’s obsession with the Stanley Cup. The skit humorously poked fun at the nation’s fervor for the prestigious hockey trophy, providing lighthearted entertainment for the audience.
