The Best of ‘S.N.L.’ Season 51: Sensitive Strippers and Regretful Moms
The 51st season of 'Saturday Night Live' showcased a variety of sketches that satirized the Trump administration. It also marked the departure of a key cast member, adding to the season's significance. The show continued to push boundaries with its comedic approach to current events.
- ▪This season featured memorable sketches, including one where a woman reconsidered her support for President Trump.
- ▪The season bid farewell to one of its most valuable cast members.
- ▪The show found innovative ways to critique the Trump administration.
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AdvertisementSKIP ADVERTISEMENTYou have a preview view of this article while we are checking your access. When we have confirmed access, the full article content will load.Supported bySKIP ADVERTISEMENTThe Best of ‘S.N.L.’ Season 51: Sensitive Strippers and Regretful MomsThis season “Saturday Night Live” found new ways to satirize the Trump administration and said goodbye to one of its most valuable cast members.Share full article235In a memorable “Saturday Night Live” sketch this season, a woman (Ashley Padilla, with Tommy Brennan and Jane Wickline) reconsidered her support for President Trump.Credit...Will Heath/NBC, via Getty ImagesBy Dave ItzkoffMay 19, 2026 window.registerInteractive && window.registerInteractive("100000010805361"); !function(){var…
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