Ryan Gosling recently hosted Saturday Night Live (SNL) for the third time, bringing his signature charm and humor to the stage. One of the highlights of the episode was his hilarious monologue, where Ryan humorously bid farewell to his iconic Barbie character, Ken, in a breakup-style skit. The actor opened up about how playing a character so intensely for an extended period felt like going through a real breakup. To process this “breakup,” Ryan turned to the music of Taylor Swift, specifically her famous breakup anthem, All Too Well.

Embracing the spirit of Swift’s song, Ryan crafted a comedic version during his monologue, singing lines like, “Oh, that sweet definition of my washboard abs,” and humorously recalling scenes such as singing Indigo Girls in the car with Barbie. His parody struck a chord with fans, mixing heartfelt emotion with self-aware comedy.

However, the fun escalated when Ryan’s co-star from The Fall Guy, Emily Blunt, made a surprise appearance in the sketch. Emily crashed Ryan’s parody with some brutally honest feedback, jokingly saying, “Look, you’re ‘kenning’ right now, and I hate there’s even a verb for that. I resent that. Take the fur coat off; you’re embarrassing yourself. Come on!” Ryan, quick on his feet, reminded Emily of her own success starring in Oppenheimer and being part of the Barbenheimer box office phenomenon. Emily then joined Ryan in the sketch, singing along with exaggerated dramatics, which added another layer of comedy to the scene.

The sketch quickly gained attention beyond the show. Taylor Swift herself caught wind of Ryan and Emily’s parody and shared the video on Instagram. She praised the comedic tribute to her song, writing, “All Too Well, Ryan and Emily’s version—watch me accidentally catch myself singing this version on tour. This monologue is everything. Loving it!” Taylor’s endorsement highlighted the cultural impact of both the song and Ryan’s comedic take.

Aside from the memorable breakup sketch, Ryan’s episode of SNL featured several moments where the actor struggled to stay in character. His inability to keep it together led to hilarious outbursts and laughter throughout the episode. Ryan’s infectious laughter and charming inability to stay serious made for some of the most memorable sketches of the night.

Kate McKinnon, who worked with Ryan on Barbie and is a former SNL cast member, made a surprise cameo during the show. Known for her impeccable comedic timing, Kate couldn’t help but break into laughter during her brief appearance, adding to the joyous atmosphere of the episode.

The sketch that left the audience in stitches, however, was a spoof of the cult-classic cartoon Beavis and Butt-Head. In this skit, Heidi Gardner portrayed a character who couldn’t contain her laughter when the absurdity of the scene took over. Her genuine laughter added an extra layer of humor, making the sketch a standout moment.

Ryan Gosling’s third SNL hosting gig was a whirlwind of laughs, heartfelt moments, and hilarious sketches, proving once again why he’s not just a serious actor but also a comedic powerhouse. From breaking up with Ken to a Beavis and Butt-Head parody, Ryan’s SNL episode was packed with unforgettable moments, leaving fans eagerly anticipating his next appearance.