Who played Minion on ‘SNL’ in Michael Keaton cookies sketch?

The mystery of the Saturday Night Live Minion has finally been solved. Saturday’s episode featured a sketch that left viewers curious about the person behind the Minion costume. Let’s dive into the details of this entertaining revelation.

Exploring the SNL Minion Mystery

In the latest episode, host Michael Keaton played a baker whose cookies, intended to be zombie eyeballs, bore a striking resemblance to women’s breasts. However, it was the appearance of a Minion on set that captured viewers’ attention.

The sketch opened with Shop TV personalities Lindy and Rhett, played by Heidi Gardner and Mikey Day, hosting a Halloween-themed show. Their banter included a humorous observation about a Minion operating the camera, adding a touch of comedy to the scene.

Unveiling the Minion’s Identity

Speculation ran rampant among fans, with guesses ranging from Andy Samberg to Alec Baldwin or even Jon Hamm. However, the truth was not a celebrity cameo but a surprising revelation that the Minion was portrayed by an actual camera operator from the SNL team.

Instead of a familiar face from Hollywood, a source close to the show confirmed to Entertainment Weekly that the Minion character was brought to life by one of the crew members behind the scenes.

Watch the Hilarious Sketch

For those who missed the sketch or want to relive the comedic moment, you can watch the full segment below:

Continued Laughter with Day and Gardner

Day and Gardner continued to entertain with their roles from previous sketches, bringing humor to the show with their on-screen chemistry and comedic timing.

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Behind-the-Scenes Fun

While rare, it’s not unheard of for SNL crew members to make brief on-camera appearances. From production designers to long-time staff, these unsung heroes occasionally step into the spotlight and add to the show’s charm.

Upcoming SNL Episode

After a short break, SNL will return with a new live episode featuring John Mulaney as host and Chappell Roan as the musical guest. Don’t miss the excitement on Saturday, Nov. 2, airing on NBC and Peacock.

Remember to tune in to SNL every Saturday at 11:30 p.m. ET/8:30 p.m. PT for more laughs and entertainment.

FAQs

Q: Who played the Minion in the SNL sketch?

A: The Minion character was portrayed by an actual camera operator from the SNL team, debunking rumors of a celebrity cameo.

Q: What other memorable on-camera appearances have SNL crew members made?

A: One notable example is production designer Akira “Leo” Yoshimura, who has made several uncredited appearances on the show over the years, adding a fun element to the sketches.

The Saturday Night Live Minion mystery is solved.

Saturday’s episode featured a sketch about a baker (host Michael Keaton) whose cookies, which were meant to be zombie eyeballs, looked more like women’s breasts. But something else had viewers’ curiosity titillated.

The sketch opened with Heidi Gardner and Mikey Day as Shop TV personalities Lindy and Rhett, hosting a Halloween-themed show. “Everybody’s getting silly. We got a Minion running our dang camera over there,” Day’s Rhett pointed out. “Look at that. Hey, does Gru know you got a second job there, Roy?” he asked as the shot zoomed in on an unamused cameraman in a makeshift yellow and denim Minion costume. “Banana,” he responded, referencing the Despicable Me creatures’ favorite treat.

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