Sabrina Carpenter Jake Gyllenhaal Cute Supportive Moment Saturday Night Live

Jake Gyllenhaal hosts SNL for the third time, Sabrina Carpenter debuts as musical guest. Fans speculate on Taylor Swift connection.

On a memorable Saturday night, May 18, the talented Jake Gyllenhaal graced the stage of Saturday Night Live for the third time, accompanied by the delightful Sabrina Carpenter making her debut as the musical guest. Carpenter wowed the audience with her performance of "Espresso," followed by a captivating medley of her tracks "Feather" and "Nonsense."

As the episode drew to a close, Gyllenhaal and Carpenter shared a heartwarming moment, lining up for the traditional sign off and exchanging a hug. Fans couldn't help but speculate, considering Carpenter's close friendship with the iconic singer Taylor Swift. Swift and Gyllenhaal had a brief relationship over a decade ago, with rumors swirling that some of Swift's biggest hits were inspired by their romance and its eventual demise.

The audience, particularly those invested in the history between the trio, interpreted this gesture as a symbol of reconciliation and peace among them. Swift, currently on her Eras Tour in Europe and in a relationship with NFL star Travis Kelce, seems to have moved on. Carpenter, on the other hand, is happily involved with Irish actor Barry Keoghan.

During the show, Gyllenhaal and Carpenter showcased their comedic chops in a hilarious sketch based on the beloved cartoon Scooby-Doo. Carpenter portrayed Daphne, while Gyllenhaal embodied Fred, with Mikey Day and Sarah Sherman joining as Shaggy and Velma. The skit took a darkly comedic turn as the group's usual unmasking of villains led to a bloody and unexpected outcome, ultimately revealing itself as an advertisement for Apple Face ID, with the tagline "Never Get Ripped Off Again."

This episode marked the 49th season finale, with Gyllenhaal playfully singing about being the unexpected choice to host. Despite other celebrities turning down the opportunity, Gyllenhaal embraced the challenge and delivered a memorable performance, proving his versatility and charm once again.