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The second season premiere of “Saturday Night Live U.K.” featured a satirical cold open centered on Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s return to British soil. The sketch opened with cast members portraying King Charles III and Queen Camilla at their Scottish residence, Balmoral Castle, before the royal couple made an unexpected appearance.
The comedic bit relied heavily on jabs about the couple’s Netflix deal and lifestyle ventures. When confronted by the king about their visit, Harry revealed the streaming contract was valued at $16 million. Charles responded with barbs questioning how the couple had managed to exhaust such funds, while additional humor targeted Markle’s business endeavors, including a running gag about her presenting a handmade ice tray and culinary skills despite employing professional chefs.
The sketch also incorporated political humor, with cast member George Fouracres appearing as Prime Minister Andy Burnham. Fouracres, who earned recognition for his portrayal of former PM Keir Starmer, demonstrated the new leader’s attempts to appear relatable and likable to the public through promises of buying constituents drinks.
The episode was hosted by actor Jeff Goldblum, who opened the show with a jazzy musical tribute to London.
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Originally reported by Variety →
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