Sabrina Carpenter Hosts SNL and Creates Backlash
Sabrina Carpenter sparked controversy during her appearance on Saturday Night Live on October 18.
As a third-time guest on SNL, Carpenter performed as a musical guest and hosted the show, navigating quick changes, different sets, and multiple live sketches.
During her monologue, Carpenter addressed the recent controversy surrounding her album cover,
Man's Best Friend, which features a puppy on the back cover.
The album's artwork had sparked debate over whether it was appealing to the male gaze or rebelling against it, with some arguing that Carpenter's innuendos were setting women back 50 years.
Author's summary: Sabrina Carpenter's SNL hosting gig sparks controversy.