Sabrina Carpenter's SNL Debut Plagued by Mic Failures and Uncensored Lyrics

On October 18, 2025, the long-running comedy sketch series Saturday Night Live aired the third episode of its 51st season, with singer Sabrina Carpenter serving as both host and musical guest. The episode was not without its share of technical difficulties and controversial moments.

One of the highlights of the show was Carpenter's monologue, where she playfully addressed the backlash she received over the cover art of her latest album, "Man's Best Friend." However, the monologue appeared to have been cut short due to a delay caused by a college football game.

Carpenter also featured in a reprised "Domingo" sketch, which has been a recurring segment on the show. The sketch, which follows the antics of a group of friends, has received mixed reviews from viewers, with some calling for it to be retired.

The episode also suffered from a technical issue during a sketch where Carpenter portrayed a "Girlboss." Her microphone seemed to have cut out, leaving viewers momentarily unable to hear what she was saying. This incident sparked a reaction on social media, with one viewer expressing concern that someone was trying to "sabotage" the singer.

Perhaps the most controversial moment of the episode came when Carpenter returned to the stage to perform her song "Nobody's Son." Viewers on the East Coast were left speechless as she sang the uncensored version of the track, which included the lyric "he sure f---ed me up." This caused a slight delay for West Coast viewers, who were able to hear the expletive-free version.

Despite these challenges, Carpenter's appearance on SNL was highly anticipated, as she had previously performed on the show in May 2024 and also recently starred in the SNL50: The Anniversary Special, which aired in February.