Sabrina Carpenter marked a major milestone in her career by returning to her acting roots during her Saturday Night Live (SNL) debut as both host and musical guest on October 18, 2025.
The 26-year-old pop sensation, best known for hits like Espresso and Please Please Please, impressed fans and critics alike as she showcased her comedic timing and acting range through multiple sketches on the long-running NBC show. The episode marked her first time hosting SNL and second appearance as a musical performer, further solidifying her reputation as one of today’s most versatile artists.
Carpenter, who began her career as an actress before transitioning to music, effortlessly blended humor and charm on stage, earning widespread praise on social media. Fans lauded her skit performances, particularly her spot-on accents and natural delivery, calling it one of the “best SNL episodes by a pop star ever.”
Following the episode, Carpenter shared a carousel of behind-the-scenes photos on Instagram, reflecting on the experience.
“SNL double duty was the least I’ve slept in my life and the best reason to ever not sleep,” she captioned. “Thank you Lorne, the amazing cast, crew, and writers for taking me in with open arms @nbcsnl.”
The post was quickly flooded with fan reactions. One user wrote, “Sabrina, we’ve been cackling for 36 hours. So good!” while another added, “Your southern accent was incredible.”
Despite her hectic schedule — including two weekends at the Austin City Limits Festival, a Grand Ole Opry performance, and her ongoing Short n’ Sweet Tour — Carpenter continues to impress audiences worldwide. Her successful SNL appearance marks another defining moment in a career that shows no signs of slowing down.