Melissa McCarthy Delivers Hilarious Holiday Chaos as She Hosts ‘Saturday Night Live’ for the Sixth Time
New York, NY — Actress and comedian Melissa McCarthy made a triumphant return to Saturday Night Live on December 6, marking her sixth time as host. The Mike & Molly and Bridesmaids star embraced the festive season — and her signature physical comedy — in an episode packed with laughs, mishaps, and Christmas spirit.
A “Snowy” Start to the Night
Dressed in a sleek black velvet jumpsuit and long wavy hair, the 55-year-old comedian kicked off her monologue by spreading holiday cheer, telling the audience, “We could all use a little Christmas magic.”
She then asked for some snow to set the mood — only for the studio to unleash a blizzard of fake flakes. Within seconds, McCarthy was engulfed in a flurry so intense that she could barely speak. “Okay, that was way too much,” she quipped, coughing and blowing faux snow from her mouth as the crowd erupted in laughter.
A Piano Mishap and a “Mouth Horn” Duet
In classic McCarthy fashion, the chaos continued. She transitioned into what she called a “mouth horn and piano duet,” joined by SNL cast member Marcello Hernandez, who appeared dressed as a Christmas elf.
When Hernandez attempted to move the piano on stage, he accidentally pulled McCarthy over the bench, slamming her hands onto the keys. “Now I’ve ruined Christmas!” McCarthy joked as she stayed sprawled across the piano.
SNL veteran Kenan Thompson then entered to reassure her. “Oh, nonsense, Melissa McCarthy. Everyone here loves you. Why don’t we do one of your favorite Christmas songs?” he said, leading into a spirited “mouth horn” finale that left the audience roaring.
Sketch Highlights: From UPS Chaos to Holiday Mayhem
Throughout the night, McCarthy brought her trademark energy to a range of over-the-top characters:
- A short-tempered UPS delivery driver battling endless holiday stress.
- A Southern mom caught in a wild game of truth or dare at a Christmas party.
- A flamboyant Yonkers decorator who claims to have built “the biggest Christmas village this side of the Hudson.”
Each sketch showcased McCarthy’s unmatched ability to mix slapstick and heart — reminding audiences why she remains one of SNL’s most beloved recurring hosts.
A Look Back at McCarthy’s SNL Legacy
McCarthy first hosted Saturday Night Live in 2011, instantly making an impression with her outrageous ranch-obsessed character, Linda, in the “Hidden Valley Ranch” sketch. In a 2023 interview with Entertainment Weekly, she revealed that while it looked like she was chugging ranch dressing on stage, the prop was actually Kefir, a yogurt-based drink.
“When I think about it, I kinda really love ranch,” McCarthy joked. “So I don’t know that I couldn’t have just done it for real… but doing it three times a week was tough!”
Sixth Time’s the Charm
With her latest hosting gig, McCarthy joins the elite ranks of SNL’s “Five-Timers Club”, surpassing the milestone that many comedians dream of reaching. Her fearless commitment to physical humor — and willingness to turn even a snowstorm into comedy gold — cemented her as one of the show’s most enduring fan favorites.
Saturday Night Live airs Saturdays at 11:30 p.m. ET on NBC and streams on Peacock.
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