Harry Styles pokes fun at Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor with scathing joke during his SNL monologue after the disgraced ex-Prince was arrested amid Epstein files probe
Harry Styles Sharpens His Jabs at Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor During SNL Monologue
Following the arrest of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, Harry Styles seized the opportunity to deliver a pointed critique during his recent Saturday Night Live appearance. The pop star, 32, made a return to the NBC sketch comedy show after his fourth album claimed the top spot on the charts.
Monologue Highlights Boredom and Public Scandal
Styles opened his routine by acknowledging his extended absence from the limelight, joking that his time away had made him “tremendously boring.” He then contrasted his mundane lifestyle with the tumult surrounding Andrew’s recent downfall, quipping that the public’s focus on the ex-Prince’s scandal was far more engaging.
Harry remarked: ‘I took up jogging. There’s nothing interesting about that. But because I’m me, people pretend to find that interesting. I don’t run to be interesting. I do it for the feeling it gives me, that runner’s high. It’s just amazing.’
‘Watermelon sugar high, runner’s high. And if that doesn’t do it for you, I also love ecstasy. As a British man who spent a lot of his life in the public eye, I can assure you, there’s something nice about being boring. It’s better than the alternative.’
Andrew’s Arrest and Epstein Connection
Andrew, the eighth-in-line to the throne, was taken into custody last month on charges of misconduct in public office. The arrest followed allegations that he shared confidential information with Jeffrey Epstein during his tenure as a UK trade envoy. Though he has consistently denied any wrongdoing tied to his friendship with Epstein, the scandal has led to speculation about his future in the royal succession.
Queerbaiting Joke and Album Title
In a sly remark, Styles addressed politically correct critics who had labeled him as “queerbaiting” in the past. He humorously referenced the term, which describes a strategy of hinting at same-sex relationships to appeal to both gay and straight audiences. The pop star tied this into his new solo album, Kiss All the Time, whose title he praised: ‘What’s better than kissing all the time?’
‘Which I don’t actually do. I don’t wanna kiss all the time,’ Styles said, apparently unfazed by Fineman’s hopeful reaction.
Flirty Bit and Audience Reaction
Styles’ playful banter culminated in a cheeky moment with his co-star Ben Marshall. During a flirty segment about his album, he jokingly kissed Marshall, then turned to the camera and winked: ‘Now that’s queerbaiting.’ The interaction left Chloe Fineman and Sarah Sherman visibly amused, with Fineman nearly leaping onstage before slipping away disappointed.
Later, Styles clarified his stance on the term, stating: ‘Sometimes kissing can be great—just if you’re really good at it and you’re a good person.’ He added a humorous twist: ‘Or if you have a tight little bum,’ prompting Marshall to rejoin the scene and quip: ‘Where’s my kiss?’
Styles replied: ‘Come on, Ben, everyone knows there’s nothing little about that thang. You’re hauling a damn wagon back there.’ The exchange drew laughter from the audience, as the pair’s affectionate moment became a standout highlight of the monologue.
