Maya Rudolph showcased her impersonation prowess once again as she returned to host NBC’s “Saturday Night Live,” portraying the iconic Beyoncé in a parody sketch of the popular YouTube series, Hot Ones. Dressed in a “Texas Hold Em” ensemble, Rudolph tackled spicy hot wings alongside host Sean Evans, played by Mikey Day.
In the sketch, Rudolph, in character as Beyoncé, initially expresses confidence in her ability to handle the spice, stating, “I’m from Texas, baby. Your girl likes it caliente.” However, she soon finds herself struggling after tasting the second sauce, exclaiming, “This wing is stomping my ass.”
As her discomfort escalates, Rudolph’s Beyoncé calls upon her assistant, portrayed by Kenan Thompson, for relief, humorously requesting lotion to soothe her fiery bones. Thompson’s character, decked out in a flamboyant outfit, adds to the comedic dynamic of the scene.
Throughout the sketch, Rudolph’s Beyoncé maintains her diva persona, delivering witty retorts and playful jabs at Evans, even likening him to Gollum at one point. Despite her challenges with the spicy wings, she humorously demands her assistant to provide her with cocoa butter and aloe lotion to alleviate the heat, concluding the sketch with a comedic flourish.
Rudolph’s portrayal of Beyoncé in the “Hot Ones” parody delighted audiences, showcasing her comedic talents once again on the SNL stage.
