Colman Domingo made his highly anticipated hosting debut on Saturday Night Live on April 12, but the celebration turned sour when his closing monologue was abruptly cut short. The 56-year-old actor, known for his role in Euphoria and the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic, was unable to finish even a single sentence before the live broadcast switched to a commercial break due to the show running over its allotted time.
Abrupt Ending Sparks Social Media Fury
Domingo only managed to utter, 'Tonight is for all the boys of inner cities ...,' before being silenced live on air. This unexpected truncation immediately triggered a wave of frustration across social media platforms, with fans expressing their disappointment that the actor couldn't deliver his heartfelt goodbyes.
One viewer took to X, formerly Twitter, to complain that he 'took so long to start his goodnights [that] they got cut off!' Another angrily tweeted: 'PEACOCK I KNOW YOU DID NOT JUST CUT OFF COLMAN DOMINGO.' The sentiment was echoed by numerous others, with comments ranging from 'I hate how NBC cuts off the good nights' to 'Ugh they cut short the ending.'
A Night of Highs and Lows
Despite the disappointing conclusion, Domingo's hosting debut was otherwise well-received. He kicked off the evening by setting what he called the 'vibes,' highlighting his decades-spanning career with humor and charm. In his opening monologue, he joked about his extensive filmography, quipping that he's 'practically in everything like raisins in a Caucasian cookout' and that he's 'also your uncle' due to his many roles.
Domingo also entertained audiences with sketches where he played a fashion school professor and the owner of a Black barbershop offering therapy for white clients. The episode featured musical guest Anitta making her own debut, along with sketches including a NASA segment with the Artemis II crew and an Animorphs spoof titled Beastomorphs.
Fan Reactions Mixed With Praise
While many fans expressed outrage over the cut monologue, others acknowledged the overall quality of the show. One X user tweeted, 'I knew he was going to get cut off, but good show overall,' while another shared teary-eyed emojis but praised the performance despite the broadcasting snafu. Some viewers even humorously noted, 'Whoops, Colman botched the goodbye,' showing a blend of frustration and appreciation.
Looking ahead, Saturday Night Live continues its season with upcoming hosts including Olivia Rodrigo pulling double duty on May 2, Matt Damon on May 9, and Will Ferrell on May 16, with musical guests like Noah Kahan and Paul McCartney. The show airs weekends on NBC and is available for streaming on Peacock.
