Amelia Dimoldenberg took a jab at Ed Sheeran during her Saturday Night Live UK monologue, joking about the singer amid recent controversy. The British comedian and interviewer highlighted some of the famous personalities she has interviewed throughout her career.
“I’m incredibly privileged to have done interviews with people like Idris Elba, Cher, and even a world-famous, red-headed puppet with a hand up his arse telling him what to say,” she joked. The description of a “world-famous, red-headed puppet” clearly pointed toward Sheeran, who is known for his distinctive ginger hair and global music career.
Dimoldenberg delivered the joke as Sheeran faced renewed attention over controversy surrounding his tour and comments connected to Palestine. The controversy followed Macklemore’s appearance as an opening act during Sheeran’s Loop Tour, where the American rapper publicly expressed support for Palestinians.
Macklemore’s comments generated controversy around subsequent tour dates, while Sheeran later addressed the situation and discussed the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. During a September concert in Philadelphia, Sheeran described the situation in Gaza as “catastrophic and unjustifiable,” adding his voice to discussions surrounding the conflict.
Dimoldenberg’s joke therefore arrived against a backdrop where Sheeran’s public position had received increased scrutiny. Her “puppet” reference can also be read as a playful nod to questions surrounding Sheeran’s position during the controversy and the decisions made around his tour.
Known for her deliberately awkward and deadpan interview style, Dimoldenberg has built a reputation for bringing unexpected humour to celebrity conversations. Her Chicken Shop Date series has featured numerous major musicians, actors, and entertainers, making her SNL UK appearance another significant moment.
The Ed Sheeran joke quickly stood out from her monologue, combining celebrity humour with a reference to one of the singer’s recent controversies.
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