On March 8, 2023, Lady Gaga made a vibrant return to Saturday Night Live (SNL) as both the host and musical guest. During her nearly four-minute opening monologue, she showcased her signature humor by reflecting on her career and current projects.

Self-Deprecating Humor

At 38 years old, the acclaimed pop star and actress did not hold back in poking fun at herself. She kicked off her monologue with quips about her experience in the film Joker: Folie à Deux, jokingly stating, “Anyway, I’m an actor now. I select films that would showcase my craft as a serious actor, films such as Joker 2.” She revealed her participation in the film with Joaquin Phoenix resulted in a Razzie nomination for “Worst Onscreen Duo,” humorously adding, “So we won worst onscreen duo.”

On Winning a Razzie

Gaga expressed a unique perspective on receiving the Razzie, declaring, “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.” The film, which was directed by Todd Phillips, garnered seven Razzie nominations in 2025 due to its underwhelming box office performance, ultimately winning Razzies for “Worst Screen Combo” and “Worst Sequel.”

Reflecting on Time and Age

In a nod to her previous hosting stint on SNL back in 2013, Gaga remarked on the passage of time: “The last time I hosted SNL I was 27. I’m 38 now, which is scientifically the best age for a female pop star to be.” With a mix of self-deprecation and humor, she claimed that most pop stars are over 40, jokingly naming Chappell Roan and Charli XCX as being “58” and “75,” respectively.

Lighthearted Nod to Past Collaborations

Gaga also touched on her controversial collaboration with R. Kelly during her last SNL appearance, stating, “So there’s no need to Google SNL 2013, Lady Gaga featuring R. Kelly. I won’t bring it up because that would be bad.” This self-referential humor served to lighten the mood while acknowledging her previous work.

Music Performances

Following her playful monologue, Gaga delivered high-energy performances of new tracks from her latest album Mayhem, including “Abracadabra” and “Killah.” Her vibrant stage presence continued to captivate audiences throughout her performance segment.

Conclusion

For fans eager to relive Lady Gaga’s comedic return to SNL, the episode is available for streaming on Peacock.