'SNL UK' mocks Prince Harry, Duchess Meghan over UK return
The British spinoff 'Saturday Night Live UK' launched its second season with a cold open sketch mocking Prince Harry and Duchess Meghan's reported return to the UK. The skit featured actors portraying the royal couple, King Charles, and Queen Camilla, satirizing their finances and Meghan's lifestyle ventures. The article also notes the show's focus on British politics and pop culture, including a new impression of Prime Minister Andy Burnham.
Why it matters
This article highlights the cultural impact and public perception of the British royal family, as reflected through satire on a popular television program. It also marks the return of a significant entertainment show in the UK, indicating its growing influence in British pop culture.
Hear this story " Saturday Night Live " is back – in London, at least.
The British spinoff " Saturday Night Live UK " returned for its second season on Saturday, Sept. 12, kicking things off with a cold open all about Prince Harry and Duchess Meghan's shocking return to the U.K.
The opening sketch took place at Balmoral Castle in Scotland and featured Harry (Jack Shep) and Meghan (Ayoade Bamgboye) arriving to be greeted by King Charles (Larry Dean) and Queen Camilla (Emma Sidi).
"Don't tell me you spent all your Netflix money already," Charles tells the couple, to which Harry replies, "It was $60 million! How long was it meant to last?"
"What a waste you've become. You're lucky your father isn't around to see this," Charles tells Harry, drawing confusion from Harry and applause from the show's studio audience.
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