Bowen Yang’s High School Classmates Predicted He Would Be on SNL

[@심은비-k9c]

As an asian american, i didnt mind the lack of asian representation on SNL until bowen yang joined the cast. now, im always so excited and proud when he shows up in a sketch

[@chelyvo]

I'm not Asian and I'm not even American, but I love that he's part of SNL and hope in the future they will hire more Asian cast members.

[@thatonegirlelaine]

I'm black and think Bowen is the best thing that happened to SNL in years. He's my favorite now.

[@princessleia8859]

I’m Jewish and I’m so happy he joined the snl cast

[@matzohgirl]

심은비 Im Jewish too and am upset that it took this long to get an Asian on SNL’s cast!

[@jarrettfinney4882]

I genuinely do not care what anyones race is at all as long as they're funny. Something Don't like however, is when race representation becomes more important than laughs on a comedy show. I'm not saying snl has done this for asians in any way, but as many funny asian comedians I come across, it does seem a little odd that there's only been Rob Schneider and now Bowen Yang. Obviously, he did madtv for quite some time, but I would've LOVED to see Bobby Lee on here at some point.

[@CastellonZamora]

His welcome to the cast has definitely changed the vibe of the show and in a good way

[@amnahaq699]

Castellon Zamora absolutely agree!!!

[@CastellonZamora]

@@trendybistro yay my first stalker! Don Soder's comedy is nothing new to me or unique. Sorry I don't like comedy written for frat boys and dads obsessed with yelling at the tv during football season. Not sorry actually

[@CastellonZamora]

@@trendybistro you know what I appreciate that. Will keep that in mind as I've only seen a few interviews and the HBO special.

[@didtoknan8128]

Nothing really changed.

[@spider-man3309]

@Keith Koenig Who does make u laugh then ?

[@coainc]

so far every sketch i’ve seen him in he’s absolutely stolen the show no matter how small his actual role is. i love him he’s so great and funny

[@heatherremlin8607]

Right!?

[@wermzer1312]

I dont get it. I think the exact opposite. I dont think he has had one funny bit. Does he do stand up? I want to like Bowen, I just dont see the funny anywhere.

[@clearcontentment3695]

69

[@muraddiab6393]

“I’m not a waiter I am a baliffffftuh!” Was the best line from that shitty hungry jury sketch.

[@VianneyCreates]

Totally!

[@ilsamalsi5267]

Every SNL cast member has a professional-grade Lorne impression just tucked away

[@randolfo1265]

Wins Most Accurate Internet Comment of the Day

[@Thejoshuahess]

Not since Kristen Wiig do I ever remember seeing a featured player move up in the SNL ranks so fast. And so much deserved. He’s hilarious. Every sketch my eyes go and stay focused on him. A true comedy gem.

[@R.Oates7902]

He's hilarious as the Iceburg!

[@hollywoodshopaholic]

People who point out how ridiculous it is to like someone just because they're the same race as you clearly don't understand how it feels to be an underrepresented minority. As an Asian person, seeing Bowen Yang on SNL (or Sandra Oh anywhere) really makes me feel some type of way.

[@selenazhou7640]

People don't know Michiko Kakutani for her physical appearance or speaking voice but her reviews are absolutely savage and entertaining all in their own right. I need to see Bowen's impression ASAP release the tape!!

[@NellieKAdaba]

Alright

[@cooliekim]

I like how Seth supports his SNL ppl

[@ripvanstinkle]

This kid is going to be a star, and he needs to do an impression of David from Schitt’s Creek.

[@jenko1366]

That's all I can think of when I watch him 😂

[@Kaddywompous]

Oh... My God.

[@capricornwoman6726]

He needs to be in that show!!😂🤣

[@gingerkid1048]

New three men and a baby: Bowen Yang, Daniel Levy and Billy Porter.

[@tiffanymoore1795]

@@gingerkid1048 I FUCKING LOVE THISSSSS

[@iwanabeapiratear]

I LOVE BOWEN! When I heard he was cast as a full time cast member I honestly got a bit choked up. This hilarious dude deserves all good things forever! 💖

[@wermzer1312]

What did he doe before SNL? I have never heard of him to this point and dont really find him funny at all. Curios where his fan base came from.

[@NightsWithNalley]

Trade Daddy had some really good lines. I wish other writers would take the time to make their dialogue zing.

[@thepastapixie]

Makes sense that the soul cycle instructor was his idea, I loved that sketch and all the characters but the “I googled racism and that bummed me out” line killed me

[@kathleentheg]

He's been so great this season, he already feels like a regular cast member

[@kaylah73]

Bowen was an amazing hire on SNL’s part! He’s so funny, and his style always seems fresh and different! ❤️❤️❤️

[@VLOClTY]

One of the best new cast members in a while.

[@Ilikebernie]

Kate Mickennon, Cecily Strong, Keenan, Vanessa Bayer, Heidi Gardner, Addy Bryant but go off

[@VLOClTY]

@@Ilikebernie keenan was a new cast member like 17 years ago but go off lmao

[@Ilikebernie]

Graham I’m talking about good cast members over all

[@Ilikebernie]

chibob ok, he was like the only one i named which was awhile back. like there’s mickey day, beck bennett. kyle mooney. leslie jones

[@Anjabel69]

​@@Ilikebernie Yes to Mikey Day and Beck Bennett. But Kyle Mooney and Leslie Jones... they provided fewer laughs than expected. I think Bowen's been a fantastic add and is genuinely funny. No need to downplay his achievements.

[@tricityladytn]

Am I the only one who just LIVES for Bowen's facial expressions?

[@MR-vw8mf]

I adore him on SNL, he's a awesome addition😘

[@LazyIRanch]

He's my favorite of the new season! Glad he didn't go for a career in healthcare, he was born for comedy!

[@GabrielaTorres-do3cg]

I love him on SNL! He's the reason I'm watching the show now.

[@cutelikedrugs]

He is so sweeet and funny. Def needs to be used more on the show

[@danmagoo]

Funny, I was completely tired of his one-note performance on SNL after about 30 seconds.

[@cutelikedrugs]

@To Be Honest i really don't care :)))

[@juliansmith4987]

I think he really fits in well with the cast.

[@Ilikebernie]

he’s already being used a lot and it’s his first season no idea what you’re on about

[@1badjesus]

..NO he doesn't and NO he isn't...NOR is he in this interview.

[@hammun6]

Bowen is hands-down one the of best additions to the SNL cast of the past decade (and the funniest since Kate and Cecily). He's made cast members and hosts alike break character in pretty much every sketch he's been in.

[@ebbygal1111]

His face during the Macy's kids clothing parody was so funny!! LOL!!!

[@TeslaChad]

He is hands down the funniest current cast member. I’m terrified he will be underutilized

[@vinttint]

Everytime he's on screen he brings so much energy and confidence to a sketch

[@NomNomGohan]

Just like Kyle Mooney :'(

[@susu_m]

The rupaul skit with the minners and the ice berg one werr soooo funny

[@jrmint2]

Bowen Yang is awesome. So warm and genuine...and laid back for a comedian. One of my favorites.

[@BnaBreaker]

Bowen is such a natural on SNL... so funny and brilliant!

[@RavenXCI]

He’s the best addition to SNL they could’ve chosen.

[@huongtranthanh5608]

I hope he gets more diverse roles in the future.

[@YourHighwayInTheSky]

his roles have been diverse...? how have they not been

[@00droo00]

@@YourHighwayInTheSky so far he's played a member of Chinese government and Andrew Yang which are both specifically Chinese/Asian roles. But I agree, he has also been in a few other skits without that connotation. He's just starting out so ofc they're going to use him for some of the more obvious roles until he's established himself enough as a cast member to be in all the regular skits

[@lydiabliss4473]

Drew・ドリュー the point of some characters on SNL is how there personality is consistent throughout each role-take pete davidson or leslie jones for example. i think that’s what they might be going for with bowen

[@YourHighwayInTheSky]

@@lydiabliss4473 oh you should be on SNL it seems like you are an expert

[@mattsaracen7]

@@YourHighwayInTheSky ok sarcastic suzie calm down

[@bricsontos3504]

I was in then dress rehearsal audience for the Sandra Oh episode, and we were all in awe of the intricacies of the show that we could actually see. It’s so interesting to hear Bowen’s behind-the-scene perspective on the bits that we couldn’t!

[@NellieKAdaba]

Sandra Oh should be a comedian, she's so funny.

[@magnoliarose9003]

He's an amazing addition. Love him

[@imwatchinberniemac]

that guy was HILARIOUS in that elf singing bit

[@imwatchinberniemac]

that’s like, your opinion man - the dude

[@babarazamsucks]

Aaron Friedman No wonder he was first a writer before he became an on-screen character on SNL.

[@pihla01]

He's SO good on SNL, has already become one of my favorites on the show. I feel he can become as big as Bill Hader or Kristen Wiig. He always steals the skit even when he only has a line or two.

[@mrxxbrian]

He's only been given secondary supporting roles and no characters that could have a reoccuring future. And every thing so far is stereotypical and only lets him play basically the same character in every sketch. Wasted opportunity so far

[@quentongilliam5803]

He is not that good. Plays nearly the same character every time. The bottom.

[@pihla01]

FATLACES THEDON You feel like Bill was as good in the first season as he was in like the fifth? Give him time, he has a lot of potential. :) No disrespect to Bill, he's one of the greats.

[@jamesren4665]

I love that everyone on SNL, past and present, do a Lorne impression.

[@StoneUSA]

Bowen has a genuine relaxed poise on camera yet he's snappy. Smart, real. Wonderful.

[@beverlytolbert2278]

The Titanic sketch is OSCAR worthy. It was the 1st time I saw him and it was on KZbin. I started laughing as soon as he came onscreen.."this is gonna be LIT!" and boy was I right! I laughed so hard I got hiccups. All cast members are great, and I've watched skits over and over, but this one has me screaming!!!

[@CalixLuv]

"I'm a little commonwealth baby" 😂

[@FallOutWookie]

SNL: Live from *New York* it’s Saturday Night!!! Bowen’s Parents: So you have to move to Hollywood now?

[@ratildahoyden9864]

Bowen is my favorite actor on SNL! That guy steals the show even if he plays a secondary scene character!

[@briansounalath]

This video was recommended to me after seeing Kelly Marie Tran on The Daily Show and I gotta say in my entire lifetime there has never been this many Asian Americans in entertainment and it's so exciting and a long time coming.

[@boatymsboatface3929]

He was fantastic as the Iceberg! I bet he wrote that one.😁

[@berglettemom6045]

He is very charming. Thanks for having him on the show.

[@muraddiab6393]

Andrew Yang isn’t even President (yet) and he’s already created one job. I haven’t seen a first season this strong since Mikey Day

[@beeincake]

Dude, right?

[@mamemb6258]

Usually a newbie doesn't get much air time which is understandable, but I'm so happy that he get so much of it. He's amazing seriously. I can't believe they made him audition that much. He's so freakin hilarious.

[@9crimes87]

He lived in Montréal ! That amazing Bonjour-Hi sketch makes so much sense now !

[@mockerfab4]

He’s my favorite new cast member! Love his delivery and presence when he’s in a skit! Can’t wait to see more of him as the season progresses. ❤️❤️❤️

[@harrymeepharry]

He killed it this week on SNL! He was almost in every sketch!

[@dennyii5292]

Am I the only one who finds him absolutely adorable and cute?

[@ummmidunno8308]

He has already become one of funniest male cast members on SNL!

[@ilm9682]

He's honestly one of the best members right now. He's debut character was GOLDEN.

[@jso6790]

He is so funny! A great addition to the show.

[@JOHN----DOE]

That Titanic iceberg . . . this guy is a comedic genius.

[@StoneUSA]

What I'm afraid is that Bowen peaked with Titanic. I mean, I hope not, but I also think so. Because how do you beat that?

[@taylortj7]

Ahhhhj love Bowen, I’m here repping for Las Culturistas too

[@gobbledygookik]

Tayrich i don’t think so honey!

[@jonsnow4885]

I am so happy for Bowen, I hope he gets all the success since he deserves it! 👏👏👏

[@VianneyCreates]

I absolutely love Bowen Yang!! What a funny guy and he is excellent on SNL. I'm glad they finally made him a cast member, he never fails to crack me up. He really commits to the role. (:

[@radcliffeolivia]

I always like to guess who wrote what sketch and his are just so *him*

[@zhaneljoseph]

I am getting Stefon vibes from him, especially when he’s listing things with his fingers😂

[@marcellomunir3932]

He needs more air time on SNL, he is really hilarious.

[@andrewgutmann9432]

Me after reading comments: Must get rid of toxic in the community.

[@OvSpP]

I’ve seen none of it. Wym?

[@mattsaracen7]

@@OvSpP reference to a skit with bowen and harry styles

[@OvSpP]

•sd• I completely forgot about that 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@Britenus]

Need a real King.

[@avidadolares]

Jesus, you sound like one of those SJW who thinks any type of criticism or comment that isnt 100% what you believe means its "toxic". Btw, that word is over-used and has no meaning as it was intended because people like you dont know how to properly use it and in the right context. Go back to your safe space and maybe invest in a comfort pillow and support animal.

[@Danuta628]

Definitely a personal fave on SNL 💯❣️

[@TinaTr84]

His Kim Jong Un was HILARIOUS. Hope he does it again.

[@fatlacesthedon]

Bobby Moynihan's was way better

[@babarazamsucks]

FATLACES THEDON Bobby Moynihan is just always good. No wonder he has own Netflix special or own TV show I believe. Someone correct me on what it is he’s actually been doing nowadays ever since he left SNL.

[@mc10333]

He’s right Sandra Oh’s character in Princess Diaries was iconic

[@sanderstar1000]

I absolutely LOVE Bowen I’m soooo glad he’s part of the cast!!!!! Instant fan

[@rebeccaentrekin444]

He is my favorite person of 2019

[@A.Adam22]

He is killing it, do more characters.

[@IMP3TIGO]

Bowen has been a real treat to watch this season, he steals every sketch he’s in. Definitely a keeper.

[@spencer_abrams]

hehe even his glasses are sarcastic

[@allimc5975]

Two eps into this season, he has become my favorite cast member. I have LOVED every sketch he is part of writing and every sketch hes in

[@Blitznstitch2]

Freaking watched that catty version of the trade daddy so many times and laughed so much

[@racheldollton]

This guy is literally the next Bill Hader of SNL. He’s amazing.

[@Wolfgasm0414]

🤣😂🤣

[@pihla01]

That's EXACTLY what I just wrote! :D He's amazing.

[@myztik5716]

What? All he does is a gay character

[@pihla01]

Myztik Well the Trade daddy character and KJU aren't gay...And one of my favorites Kristen Wiig also had her signature thing with awkward characters. All I care about if he makes me laugh and he always does.

[@pihla01]

Aaron Friedman I feel like the character is just being bitchy and self-absorbant, not necessarily gay.

[@daiseysthebaby6071]

Bowen Yang is my new favorite cast member. He shines in every scene he's in!

[@tacen7]

What a sweetheart! He's like the love child of Daniel Levy and Anna Kendrick.

[@R.Oates7902]

Bowen is comedy GOLD!

[@furiouhuzzah]

He was such a great add to the show. He brings so much freshness!

[@mrcr33py]

Bowen has been by far the best part of new season starting in fall 2020!!!!

[@MJ18888]

He is my spirit animal! I hope he reads all the positive comments everyone has left here!

[@abslp]

Native American people would prefer for others not to call people a “spirit animal.” Also seems weird to me to call a person an animal. They suggest we use “Petronius” or something else. The more you know 🌈😊

[@omg_ew_erica]

He’s channeling Dan Levy and I’m here for it.

[@asalane20]

He is hilarious and so likable. Who would not like to hang out with this fellow?

[@m0L3ify]

I love his characters. He needs to be in all the sketches. ♥

[@sandyrediska]

I am in love with this guy! So talented!

[@anuradhamagee2775]

Bowen is such an incredible addition to the cast, ❤️

[@MsTwissy]

Love Bowen my fav cast member

[@towlie9428]

Funniest new cast member in a long time, especially when Scarlett was on. "First Asian cast member turned into, Twitter's gonna eat you alive" 😂

[@juliaklein9376]

Las Culturistas fans rise up honey

[@HolliwoodIsForever]

So happy he’s joined the cast he’s super hilarious

[@ChipCain]

Great addition to the cast. Brilliant.

[@House0fHoot]

Bowen seems a naturally funny, clever guy - he’s a great new cast member 💜

[@libbyhouse1341]

I love that Seth brings on SNL folks to his show. It is great!

[@invaderzimismyfav]

Bowen has chemistry with every person on the cast

[@johrathbun]

The cut for time of him & RuPaul was fantastic!

[@discobones]

I love him SO MUCH!!! Favorite new cast member in a hot minute for me.

[@elsa9532]

I loooveeee Bowen on SNL. He's amazing

[@FIy019]

He is so adorable

[@foreveryeung52]

Bowen Yang has such a warm, full laugh. I've really enjoyed him on SNL too :)

[@b.valentine5283]

I loved him as Kim Jong Un, he stole the scene! Thats why I was excited to see him become a cast member

[@dy7023]

Love love Bowen! He is so funny in every sketch on SNL.

[@SweetHeartsofRhythm]

OMG I LOVE BOWEN YANG!

[@jennliv2141]

Seth Meyers LOOOOVES him and I am living for it.

[@nicolebrown1927]

I LOOOOVE BOWEN!!!!!😵😁💗

[@MamaBacher]

He’s adorable and so personable!

[@viviicristii]

He is so funny and charismatic

[@elfsong713]

I fuckin love that guy. He is entertaining in every sketch.

[@1hazelx]

Finally 🎉 an Asian American on SNL. It was a dream of mine when I was little. ❤❤❤❤❤

[@anniek55112]

he is already one of the best