Kate McKinnon Reveals Her Perfect SNL Sketch and Favorite Impersonation
Former Saturday Night Live (SNL) cast member Kate McKinnon has revealed her pick for the perfect SNL sketch and her favorite person to impersonate. McKinnon, known for her memorable characters and impersonations, offered insights into her experiences on the long-running comedy show.
McKinnon's Choice for the Perfect SNL Sketch: "Close Encounter"
When asked by fellow SNL alum Andy Samberg about the perfect SNL skit, McKinnon didn't hesitate to name the first "Close Encounter" sketch. This sketch, which debuted on the December 5, 2015, episode hosted by Ryan Gosling, features three characters claiming to have been abducted by aliens.
McKinnon highlighted the unique circumstances surrounding the sketch's creation, noting that writers Streeter Seidell and Mikey Day presented it to her the morning of the read-through. She also revealed her own contribution to the character of Miss. Rafferty: "I think I pitched the word cahooters, and that was it...My only addition was that I was smoking, and that the folds of my vagina were visible in my jeans because they were pulled so tight."
The "Close Encounter" sketch became a recurring favorite, appearing on SNL nine times, including the recent SNL50: The Anniversary Special with Meryl Streep. Its enduring popularity stems from the outlandish stories told by McKinnon's character and the hosts' reactions to them.
Kate McKinnon's Favorite Person to Impersonate
In addition to discussing her favorite sketch, Kate McKinnon also shared her favorite person to impersonate on SNL. During her ten seasons on the show, McKinnon impersonated numerous public figures, including Justin Bieber, Hillary Clinton, Ellen DeGeneres, and Nancy Pelosi.
When asked by Betches, McKinnon didn't reveal her favorite person to impersonate. More information regarding this subject is missing from provided context.
Looking Ahead to SNL Season 51
As SNL prepares for its 51st season, fans are eager to see new sketches and impersonations. While it's unknown who will host SNL Season 51, there's hope that Kate McKinnon and her "Close Encounter" character will return to Studio 8H in the future.
In the meantime, fans can revisit the iconic "Close Encounter" sketches on YouTube and stream all episodes of SNL with a Peacock subscription.
