Paul Mescal hosts Saturday Night Live and tackles Irish stereotypes in his monologue

Paul Mescal hosted Saturday Night Live, marking his first major comedy appearance. He expressed excitement about the opportunity, noting his reputation is more for dramatic roles than for humor. He humorously showcased his past emotional scenes. During his monologue, Mescal addressed stereotypes about the Irish. He joked about misconceptions, including the idea that Irish people have relationships with cousins, clarifying that it’s actually second cousins. He also made light of the perception that Irish people dislike the British. Mescal concluded by celebrating his Irish heritage and feeling fortunate to host SNL in New York City. He referenced his viral fashion moments, including his short shorts, and shared a light-hearted take on the "luck of the Irish."