Harry Styles made a pointed joke about Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor during his opening monologue on Saturday Night Live, drawing laughter and applause from the audience. The 32-year-old singer, promoting his new album and tour, referenced the disgraced royal while discussing the benefits of being boring.
Styles quipped about enjoying jogging and the 'runner's high', adding that he also loves ecstasy. He then said: 'As a British man who's 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.' At that moment, an image of Andrew looking uncomfortable in a police car appeared on screen, prompting cheers.
The joke referenced Andrew's involvement in the Epstein scandal, where he was arrested and released under investigation for misconduct in public office. Fans reacted strongly online, with one calling it 'wild' and others saying it 'killed' them.
Styles also addressed queerbaiting allegations, saying: 'Did it ever occur to you that, maybe you don't know everything about me, dad!' He later kissed SNL cast member Ben Marshall and quipped: 'Now that's queerbaiting.' The monologue has sparked widespread discussion among fans.
