- Bowen Yang apologizes to Ariana Grande
- Unplanned SNL kiss sparks a funny apology
- The kiss unfolded during their comedy skit
In a recent episode of 'Saturday Night Live,' a spontaneous and humorous moment unfolded between comedian Bowen Yang and pop sensation Ariana Grande. During a sketch titled "Charades With Mom," the two stars shared a passionate kiss that was both unexpected and unscripted. The sketch, which aired on October 12, featured Grande as a disapproving mother and Yang as her son's new boyfriend, culminating in a fiery and comedic clash that ended with the memorable kiss.
The aftermath: Bowen Yang's apology
Following the broadcast, Bowen Yang took to the 'Las Culturistas' podcast to address the incident. "Just to switch gears: I really have to apologize to you in person," Yang expressed, referring to the on-screen kiss. Grande, quick to understand his reference, replied, "You absolutely did." Despite the laughter and surprise, Grande reassured Yang, saying, "I was shaking with laughter. No, no, no, not in a bad way! Not in a bad way — just in a disarming way."
Behind the scenes: How the kiss came to be
Interestingly, the kiss was not part of the original script. Both Yang and Grande independently suggested the idea during rehearsals. Grande shared her thoughts, saying, "I didn't say anything because I was like, ‘Oh, everyone’s gonna think I’m absolutely insane and too comfortable.’ But I was like, ‘Oh, how funny would it be if we kissed at the end?’" Yang echoed her sentiments, contacting her later to propose the same idea.
The decision to incorporate the kiss was made after a "very grown-up conversation" between the two artists. Initially, they considered saving the kiss for the live performance to capture the genuine surprise. However, they eventually decided to rehearse it to ensure comfort and avoid any unexpected reactions during the live show.
Reactions and reflections
Reflecting on the comedic moment, Grande humorously critiqued Yang's technique, saying, "It was absolutely too open," before adding, "No, I’m kidding! For the characters, I think it was perfectly open." The playful exchange highlighted the light-hearted nature of the sketch and the professionalism of both performers.
The kiss, although unplanned, added a layer of authenticity and humor to the sketch, resonating well with the audience. As Grande noted, "As long as that's how it felt for the audience, it’s all good here."
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