Bowen Yang Shares the Struggles of Impersonating George Santos on SNL

Bowen Yang talks about being a huge fan of Alex Wagner, his podcast, Las Culturistas, and pulling double duty as George Santos in Weekend Update and the cold open on Saturday Night Live.
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Bowen Yang Shares the Struggles of Impersonating George Santos on SNL - Late Night with Seth Meyers
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[@bellaluce7088]

LOVE it that Bowen is pulling off a look that would be equally fitting on a 5 year-old girl or 60 year-old museum docent. ❤🤩❤

[@dale5495]

I'm straight and it works on him 👍👍😊

[@heffawtf150]

It’s the red socks for meee

[@bellaluce7088]

@@heffawtf150 And that color-coordinated heart! ❤ He looks fricking adorable!

[@S.Pociecha]

@@heffawtf150 with those patent-leather strap shoes that are almost Mary Janes *.* 💕 And his legs are sparkling *.* 💕

[@poopsonastick13]

It’s giving me David Rose

[@rebeccacharalambous4036]

My favourite was when he was the iceberg that the Titanic hit, it was hilarious!!!!

[@feliciahackney9073]

Same here..."which WAS my best feature"!

[@a.vestige5747]

Inspired!

[@melmel4712]

It's a really difficult time of year for me. 😄

[@wkndsquire]

If you thought that was funny, you must lose it with 5 yr old knock knock jokes.

[@jwoolman5]

The iceberg was right, though. People were killed by the water, not by the iceberg. And the iceberg was attacked by the Titanic.

[@edmundowatts]

I love how Late Night has become SNL's Untucked.

[@jissanhuq3792]

I mean it has been for ever since Conan, is always been co produced by Lorne Michaels with a SNL alum. Sadly better than SNL most of the time

[@Sharonmxg]

I like it when comedians compliment other comedians on particularly skilled work. Seth is right, that Weekend Update segment was outstanding improv under difficult circumstances. People often don't give enough credit to the depth of skill some improv artists possess.

[@jorgegonzalez-larramendi5491]

A N D you can tell it is naturally coming out -

[@29jgirl92]

He was exactly what SNL needed!!

[@Rusty-Shackleford69]

Umm, NO!

[@naiyang888]

No.

[@indytim]

Yes

[@clarabow7077]

Agree - super talented, I love his characters.

[@StopStaringAtMyBoobs]

no

[@mattmanley7118]

Bowen is a standout

[@jordyvero6725]

👀 I'm seeing in my plastic bowl, something ending with ...ong. Can you guess what it is?

[@Rusty-Shackleford69]

This baguette is a disgrace to SNL and late night.

[@elliottewryan]

@@Rusty-Shackleford69 girl you are obsessed! fan behavior, truly

[@thekafe1219]

@@Rusty-Shackleford69 excuse me, go do what he does and get back to us.

[@rebeccalyle8443]

@@Rusty-Shackleford69 haters are going to hate, Trumper.

[@NewMessage]

Bowen Yang? That guy told me his name was George Santos! He tried to get me to vote for him! * shakes a fist *

[@Tao_Tology]

Don't worry, he filled in your ballots for you. Dozens of times.

[@joachimschoder]

YAAAANG!!! Sorry, wrong guy. I mean KHAAAN!!!

[@mccall5473]

The amazing thing about Bowen is it seems like he could be announced to join just about any project & I’d immediately think “hm that’s smart, cool casting” and start to get invested in seeing/supporting. The energy he brings to everything just makes me happy

[@kellifranklin9872]

George Santos created SNL and stars in it as well.

[@a.vestige5747]

😂

[@lavender9844]

He plays every role too! So impressive, that he can do that with two broken arms and broken legs

[@hg82met]

George Santos is incredibly talented. He's not only created SNL, he's now established himself as the best comedian SNL has ever had.

[@WhistleblowingGoodWitch]

Between Fran Lebowitz impression pulling me out of Pandemic Depression, and George Santos impression pulling me out of recent winter blahs, I am so grateful for you Mr. Bowen Yang THANK YOU!

[@wendysharbutt5556]

"The most happening thing in Television right now...." had such Stefan vibes!! Love you Bowen!!!

[@tricityladytn]

One of the most naturally funny people out there. I can't get enough Bowen Yang!

[@Lizzie-ve7kt]

I really want Bowen’s titanic iceberg to be a reoccurring character on weekend update. I love him so much lol.

[@elizagrogan9454]

I love this guy. Best move SNL has made

[@ephemerics]

Cecily Strong was the best move, Bowen is second best. ☺️

[@jorgegonzalez-larramendi5491]

lauren Does have a lot of good moves -

[@S.Pociecha]

I admire Bowen too much to compare him with his colleagues. He's a great joy and a blessing x

[@Mediaright]

This is Bowen LITERALLY doing an irl Stefon bit. Like, literally. Amazing.

[@truthmatters9594]

Bowen Yang is my favorite George Santos!!!!

[@pollyjazz]

I love this guy! Needs more time on SNL! And his George Santos is the best one of the various impersonators. Could only be better if he was able to make his smile a little bit creepier.

[@jorgegonzalez-larramendi5491]

he is cooking it be patient : ) !

[@purpledancerbmw5279]

Lol creepier

[@purpledancerbmw5279]

Poor George, needs mental attention. I fear he may do himself in. Not really funny.

[@epona9166]

I can't imagine him EVER outdoing his performance as the iceberg in Titanic. Just brilliant!

[@armancho76]

I think Bowen should do his take on Coffee Talk maybe as Linda's niece Belinda Richman 😂...i bet there wouldn't be a dry seat in the audience 🤣

[@cme2158]

Bowen is incredible! He’s the best..👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@KtotheL]

Fav New cast member hands down. GJ Bowen!

[@flybymight]

He joined in 2018. Practically a veteran. He IS awesome!

[@stephenjames2951]

Bowen is one of the standouts recently on SNL

[@jayrock2288]

He really is, his iceberg bit on the weekend update was amazing

[@Juicifurry]

He’s kind of the only breakout player in the last 4-5 years

[@Juschillin2024]

Facts!

[@lizparker9868]

Ya got that right

[@lizparker9868]

@@jayrock2288 When I need a chuckle during the week I recall his Skits.

[@leenthegirl]

Love, love, love Bowen. What a gem.

[@todddepue681]

I'm craaaazy about Bowen's t-strap Mary Janes!

[@maryrosekent8223]

BY’s outfit is utterly fabulous!

[@lorrainescandia6267]

I just adore him and he is fabulous.

[@AnthonyPosi]

Bowen quickly became a new favorite on snl!

[@HiLaToya]

Low key, I can’t lie, he became my fave after the lantern fly skit. 😂😂

[@AlexRochette]

Haha. I just realized who Bowen Yang reminded me: Dan Levy in Schitt’s Creek.

[@jdperry1917]

Bowen is the best, more of him in everything.

[@joanneweiss3864]

Never watched a single Housewives , but Bowen just made me want to immediately start watching Miami 🤣🤣🤣I love this man and his meteoric evolution & rise, his lucky proud family!!!! Triple star ⭐⭐⭐🔥💥👏👏

[@feliciahackney9073]

Look for his iceberg that sank the Titanic. This made me a huge fan!

[@QbnAmCan]

it is trash just like all of them

[@ekenny3425]

Be careful JoAnne. It can go either way. I will never be able to watch Game of Thrones now because there's no way it could possibly hold a candle to 'Game of Jones' (ie watching Seth and Leslie watch Game of Thrones)!

[@joanneweiss3864]

@@feliciahackney9073 I've seen every single moment he's been on SNL!!! That one especially made me snort my tea lmfao 🤣🤣🤣

[@joanneweiss3864]

@@ekenny3425 oh my gosh how right you are....snorted my beverages watching them 😉🤣🤣🤣

[@heatherallen2236]

He is my FAVORITE SNL cast member, I LOVE YOU BOWEN!!! 😍

[@hammun6]

Best SNL repertory player in a good while. Checks all comedic boxes, can do it all. Fiercely funny.

[@thekafe1219]

The freshest breath of all airs. He is giving BOWEN

[@deedeej6410]

He's so awesome.

[@sued6221]

I love Bowen's outfit. And he's hilarious.

[@cassi2051]

Love his cute little Mary janes ❤

[@ChipCain]

Love Bowen.

[@2011joser]

Bowen's commitment to his characters is as good as any of the greatest cast members.

[@mayamckenna]

Love! Also love the fit! He makes my heart smile.

[@tamaramartin4015]

i adore Bowen Yang. He's a treasure.

[@oahuviewlot2929]

I fell for him on Nora from Queens and he slays on SNL. ❤️

[@GrannyGetYerFun]

My favorite Bowen Yang character is the Iceburg that Sank the Titanic

[@patrickb8345]

he was minding his own business.

[@lyrachle]

That skit changed my life.

[@susannehuber3996]

He only wanted to promote his 💿 album.

[@jwoolman5]

No, no, no. The Titanic attacked the innocent iceberg. Not the iceberg’s fault.

[@nickpaine]

Talented guy. One of the best on SNL

[@nance1111]

Bowen Yang makes me happy. Full stop.

[@seagypsy574]

The Krampus bit was so great. Love Bowen in whatever.

[@rhymeswiththirsty19]

That fit is amazing, Bowen is amazing This is me ugly crying going "I just love him so much" Have to go breathe with a paper bag now 💜😭🌟

[@virginiathornton]

The outfit from earrings to shoes, my word, the man has style!

[@francescaa8331]

@@virginiathornton yes indeed

[@ekenny3425]

I love Bowen Yang ❤️ And I *love* that outfit!

[@JD-dh7bk]

Best addition to SNL !!!! Love him!

[@yeuxdal]

You know what’s on Peacock? COLUMBO

[@lexicintron6702]

I really do look for him on screen when watching snl. I hope he goes on to do more and bring more smiles ❤

[@sydgrim]

Bowen is my favorite human

[@seejaneread]

Bowen is the MVP of SNL right now!!!

[@bobbie9984]

I love Bowen. He is why I watch snl.

[@dogtagged229]

If they don’t bring back Kristen Wiig to do a sketch as Penelope with Bowen as George Santos where they just keep trying to outdo each other with the ridiculousness, it’ll be a wasted opportunity…

[@eastsidenicole]

Love Bowen....he is so f-ing funny!

[@angelusmortis3150]

Bowen is ridiculous funny!!! 😄😃🤣

[@pgbollwerk]

Bowen as George Santos was amazing. I want MORE! haha =)

[@carleenmulloy481]

Bowen is awesome 😎

[@terrycook1513]

I love Bowen he is soo talented and funny 😁 His Titanic Iceberg bit was hysterical !!!

[@Mike-zs8hq]

I like Alex Wagner too. And Bowen is one of the best cast members on SNL.

[@sjwhite54]

He is hilarious!

[@jax422]

I want that heart sweater but it’s $300 😢

[@evolvelearnapply]

I love him! He makes me laugh and allows me to disconnect for a few hours!!

[@marybrewer739]

I LOVE Bowen Yang ! He is fantastic in everything he does!

[@kateling5904]

The first part of this interview reminded me of the vibe that Seth & Stefan has

[@rpfifferling]

Huge Bowen Yang fan. He is brilliant.

[@sahej6939]

I knew he was gonna say Peacock 🦚

[@ejami031]

Bowen loves the original mole?! I love him even more❤

[@ushere5791]

bowen yang is an adorable human!

[@berglettemom6045]

Omg, look at his cute little shoes! Adorable!

[@rollerskaterevival8484]

Krampus is not Bavarian he's alpine (Austrian). I live in Germany my husband is Bavarian and he had never heard of Krampus, but all of my Austrian friends have stories of being afraid of Krampus when they were kids. (does it count as a correction if a guest says it?)

[@sahej6939]

at least take a poll with other Bavarians

[@alcrowder7097]

Bowen is frickin hilarious but he is also one of the most articulate people I've ever heard...he could be an English instructor...well, minus the valley boy thing 😂

[@stillhere1425]

He was the best of all the George Santoses.

[@celimardejesus7857]

Omg, I love him! He's a RHOM fan, yayyyyy 😍👏👏👏

[@ActionAimz]

His sweater is giving David Rose.

[@sjzara]

I was skeptical at first but he has really found his place at SNL.

[@mandygraham3027]

Ms Devolder if your nasty ...lol..that was hilarious

[@sashek8451]

I love his chipmunk laugh 😂😂😂

[@MrQueerDuck]

More Bowen Yang!!!!

[@lisas5211]

He's so good!!

[@keptyeti]

Thumbs up if you're impressed with his incredible range. He's like a chameleon.

[@DaveO69]

Love you, Bowen!!

[@telavivjake]

I want to see him and Rex Lee do a movie together as brothers. No idea on a plot, just the two of them acting together.

[@NicholasMoreau]

For the record, The Mole was also aired in Canada, at least in early seasons, and we can see ABC here, the main network.

[@lizbluth]

I love Bowen so much

[@saberur66]

I’m pretty sure this is actually George santos impersonating Bowen Yang

[@garywidom]

Oh cool, a commercial for Peacock disguised as an interview.

[@BassRck50]

Bowen does the "Pence~Prance!"

[@JasonSchaeferGF]

Love Bowen!

[@TheRogueStatesman]

There is a reason we've never seen Bowen Yang and Dan Levy in the same place at the same time... 🤫

[@CC-gy7el]

I have never heard Peacock described as “the most happening thing in pop culture”

[@Grooveedood]

Love hearing the Katies in the crowd

[@robertluxenhofer1579]

Krampus!!! not Grämpus!! Get your Bavarian pronounciation right, plz!! Just kidding... well, am I? No, but seriously, loved this part 🙂

[@MiamiSpartan1]

Love him

[@cyrilmauras4247]

Loved Bowen in 'Bros'.

[@JasonBreniser]

I love the mole!

[@Leblribrbrrq]

Seth should just host a SNL podcast.

[@Anonymouse428]

Seth Meyers is the only reason I know anyone on SNL these days

[@user-ms3jz7ub7n]

Bowen : "I wasn't sure about who George Santos was at first..." It's revealed George was a drag queen named Kitara Ravache in the past...Bowen: "I'm totally going to nail this! It's in the bag!"