Lady Gaga electrified the audience at Studio 8H while taking on the dual role of host and musical performer on SNL, humorously addressing the mixed reviews of Joker: Folie à Deux and its Razzie awards. Her engaging performance not only showcased her talent but also her ability to connect with the audience through humor and self-reflection.
Live from New York, it’s the sensational Lady Gaga! With her dynamic presence and sharp wit, she took the stage this weekend on SNL. While she dazzled the audience with her musical talent, it was her opening monologue that truly captured attention. In it, she cleverly poked fun at the disappointing reception of Joker: Folie à Deux, as well as its unfortunate victories at the Razzie Awards, making her performance both entertaining and memorable.
During her captivating monologue on SNL, Lady Gaga remarked, “Anyway, I’m an actor now. I select films that would showcase my craft as a serious actor, films such as Joker 2. Apparently, people thought it was awesome. Joaquin [Phoenix] and I even got nominated for a Razzie, which is an award for the worst films of the year. So we won worst onscreen duo.” This humorous jab at the film’s reception highlighted the absurdity of award ceremonies, as they “beat” out various other pairs, including Dennis Quaid & Penelope Ann Miller in Reagan, and even the entire cast of Megalopolis, illustrating the often whimsical nature of the Razzies.
As Lady Gaga continued, “But jokes on them. I love winning things. My Razzie brings me one step closer to an EGORT. It’s like an EGOT, but it’s hurtful.” This playful comment not only showcased her sense of humor but also hinted at her impressive accolades. With an Oscar and numerous Grammy Awards to her name, Lady Gaga is certainly on a path to possibly achieving an EGOT, although she has yet to secure an Emmy nomination, which remains a realistic goal for her future endeavors.
The film Joker: Folie à Deux received a total of seven Razzie nominations, ultimately “winning” for Worst Screen Combo and Worst Remake, Rip-off, or Sequel. Lady Gaga has candidly expressed her awareness of the backlash against the Joker sequel, stating, “People just sometimes don’t like some things. It’s that simple. And I think to be an artist, you have to be willing for people to sometimes not like it. And you keep going even if something didn’t connect in the way that you intended.” This reflection on the nature of art demonstrates her resilience and commitment to her craft, regardless of public opinion.
Previously, Lady Gaga served as both the host and musical guest of SNL back in 2013, making her return this weekend even more special. Her ability to seamlessly shift between hosting and performing underscores her versatility as an entertainer and her enduring popularity.
What are your thoughts on Lady Gaga’s performance while handling double duty on SNL? Which sketch from the night stood out to you as the most entertaining?
