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 Roasts Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor with Cutting Joke During SNL Monologue Post-Arrest in Epstein Investigation
Harry Styles delivered a sharp critique of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor during his Saturday Night Live monologue, following the ex-Prince’s recent arrest in connection with the Jeffrey Epstein probe. The 32-year-old singer returned to the NBC sketch comedy series for a second appearance after his latest album claimed the top spot on the charts.
From Royal Spotlight to Public Scrutiny
Styles reflected on his extended hiatus from the entertainment scene, joking that his self-imposed retreat had made him “tremendously boring.” He contrasted this with Andrew’s recent downfall, suggesting that the former royal’s public humiliation was a far cry from his own low-key lifestyle.
Andrew, who had been under intense examination for his ties to Jeffrey Epstein, was taken into custody last month on charges of public office misconduct. The allegations centered on his alleged provision of confidential details to Epstein while serving as a UK trade envoy.
Queerbaiting and the Royal Scandal
During the monologue, Styles also targeted politically correct critics who accused Andrew of “queerbaiting” – a tactic involving hints at same-sex relationships to appeal to both gay and straight audiences. The singer addressed the term with a mix of humor and irony, referencing his own solo album Kiss All the Time.
“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.”
Styles mused about his “watermelon sugar high” and even mentioned ecstasy, implying that being dull was preferable to the chaos of public scrutiny. The comedian then tied his remarks to Andrew’s situation, quipping: “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.”
As Styles spoke, a visual of Andrew being escorted into a police car after his arrest flashed on screen. The scene highlighted the contrast between the royal’s past prestige and his current predicament, with the former prince facing potential removal from the line of succession due to the scandal.
Flirty Farewell and the Kiss Heard ‘Round the World
Styles’ monologue culminated in a cheeky moment involving his SNL co-star Ben Marshall. After referencing his new album, the singer teased Marshall with a flirtatious comment, prompting an on-stage kiss that left the audience in stitches.
“Now that’s queerbaiting,” Styles said with a wink, as the crowd erupted in laughter.
Fineman’s hopeful reaction was quickly deflated when Styles clarified: “Which I don’t actually do. I don’t wanna kiss all the time,” before adding a final, lighthearted twist about the “tight little bum” and Marshall’s “damn wagon” back there.
