Saturday Night Live Season 30 Episode 10 Paris Hilton/Keane
- TV14
- February 5, 2005
Paris Hilton, the infamous heiress and socialite, makes her first appearance on Saturday Night Live on the 10th episode of the show's 30th season. Accompanied by the British indie rock band Keane as the musical guest, the episode promises a night of laughter, parody, and music.
The episode kicks off with a cold open skit featuring Tina Fey as Condoleezza Rice and Darrell Hammond as President George W. Bush. The two are shown discussing the controversial federal wiretapping program, with Fey's Rice attempting to defend the program while Hammond's Bush struggles to understand it. The skit is a humorous take on the current political climate and sets the tone for the rest of the episode.
Next up is the monologue, where Paris Hilton pokes fun at her own reputation as a party girl and sex symbol. She even mentions her recent stint in jail for driving under the influence, showing that she's not afraid to laugh at herself. The audience responds well to her self-deprecating humor, and she transitions into the first sketch of the night.
One of the highlights of the episode is a skit titled "The Closet Organizer" featuring Paris Hilton and cast member Maya Rudolph. The two play high-maintenance clients of a professional closet organizer (played by Will Forte), who is driven to the brink of insanity by their constant demands and bickering. The sketch is a hilarious commentary on the excess and extravagance associated with Hilton's lifestyle.
Another memorable moment comes in the form of a digital short titled "Lazy Sunday 2", a sequel to the viral hit "Lazy Sunday" from a previous season. This time, cast members Chris Parnell and Andy Samberg team up with Keane's lead singer Tom Chaplin for a musical parody of action movies. The catchy and comedic song features references to films such as Die Hard and Terminator and is sure to be a fan favorite.
Of course, the episode also features the recurring sketches that SNL is known for. "Weekend Update" delivers topical jokes and commentary, with anchors Amy Poehler and Seth Meyers taking on the news of the week. A recurring sketch titled "Debbie Downer" sees Rachel Dratch playing a character that can't help but bring down any social situation with her negativity.
The musical performances by Keane are well-received by the audience and serve as palate cleansers between the sketches. The band performs their popular songs "Somewhere Only We Know" and "This Is The Last Time" to enthusiastic applause.
Overall, the Paris Hilton/Keane episode of Saturday Night Live is a solid addition to the show's 30th season. The combination of Hilton's celebrity status and Keane's musical talent make for a well-rounded and entertaining episode. The sketches are creative and funny, and the cast is firing on all cylinders. Fans of the show are sure to enjoy this episode, while newcomers may be tempted to check out more of SNL's iconic sketches and characters.