Candace Saturday Night Lively: What Were They Thinking? | Candace Ep 148
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Feb 18, 2025 Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds create buzz with their latest SNL skit, mixing comedy with serious themes of loss and Hollywood hypocrisy. A discussion reveals the irony of celebrity culture, especially regarding issues like sexual harassment. The podcast also tackles privacy in celebrity parenting, spotlighting Elon Musk's latest child and the media’s invasive role. Advocating for childbirth, they celebrate its miracles while addressing societal pressures and financial challenges tied to parenting. Humor and critique flow through insights on the dynamics of high-profile relationships.
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SNL Appearance
- Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds attended SNL's 50th anniversary.
- Ryan Reynolds made an unfunny cameo mocking the lawsuit, upsetting the audience and Kevin Costner.
Public Backlash
- The public disliked Ryan Reynolds' SNL cameo because it mocked a sexual abuse case.
- SNL's acceptance of Reynolds shows hypocrisy, prioritizing Hollywood power over their anti-bullying stance.
Mocking the Allegations
- Ryan Reynolds continues to mock the sexual harassment allegations, which is odd.
- Justin Baldoni's lawyer, Brian Friedman, agrees, finding Reynolds' behavior surprising and unusual.