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SNL Skewers Dream Academy, KATSEYE Judges Unhinged
27 Sep
Summary
- KATSEYE members appeared as judges in an SNL sketch parodying their origin show.
- Jalen Brunson portrayed a demanding choreographer for new teenage contestants.
- The sketch featured a chaotic rendition of the journey to pop stardom.
The global girl group KATSEYE made a memorable appearance on Saturday Night Live's season 52 premiere, featured in a sketch titled "Dream Academy." The segment humorously spoofed the reality competition series that originally launched the group.
During the sketch, four KATSEYE members took on the roles of judges overseeing a new cohort of teenage contestants. Their journey to pop stardom was depicted as significantly more chaotic than the first season's.
SNL newcomer Jalen Brunson, hosting the episode, played Dorian Fylnt, a hilariously demanding choreographer tasked with training the aspiring artists. The contestants faced messy auditions and rehearsals.
After the trials, the original KATSEYE members appeared, offering praise for the contestants' "athleticism," "talent," and "songs." They then unveiled the contestants' debut music video, "Guardians of the Mist."
Formed two years prior via the "Dream Academy" competition, a HYBE and Geffen Records collaboration, KATSEYE released their debut EP "SIS" in 2024. They also served as the musical guest, performing tracks from their latest EP, "Wild."
