On the night of October 18, 2025, Sabrina Carpenter appeared as both host and musical guest on Saturday Night Live (SNL), delivering standout performances. That evening Carpenter performed two new tracks, “Manchild” and “Nobody’s Son,” and also took part in several of the show’s comedic sketches.
Details of Sabrina Carpenter’s Performance
Carpenter opened with “Manchild,” a song taken from her new album Man’s Best Friend. She wore a lingerie-inspired outfit nodding to the SNL logo and performed with a brush-shaped microphone a stage presentation that mixed confidence with playful acting.
For the second number, Carpenter donned a gi (martial-arts attire) and used karate moves during “Nobody’s Son.” Also from the same album, the song’s different rhythm and atmosphere showcased another facet of her artistry.
Comedy Bits and Hosting
In addition to her musical sets, Carpenter appeared in various sketches playing a range of characters from a 12-year-old podcast host to an inspirational “girlboss” who gets bonked on the head, and even a singing washing machine.
In her opening monologue she addressed the controversy around her album cover: “What people don’t realize is this is just how the photo was cropped,” she quipped, adding sarcastically that if people saw the full image it would be obvious it was a picture from SNL’s 50th-anniversary special, in which Bowen Yang allegedly yanked her hair after Martin Short pulled her out of the buffet line.
She also dubbed herself a “horn-dog popstar,” saying, “I’m not just horny I’m also turned on and sex-positive,” and the playful interaction with the audience escalated to a mock arrest by Kenan Thompson.
The Performance’s Significance for Her Career
This marked Carpenter’s third official appearance on SNL. Last night’s show not only highlighted her artistic growth but also underscored her evolution into a multi-dimensional performer who blends singing, character work, and stagecraft in a single night.
Starting tomorrow, Carpenter will begin a North American tour that includes stops in Pittsburgh, New York, Nashville, Toronto, and Los Angeles. Her SNL appearance could serve as powerful momentum for the tour and boost interest in the new album.
Conclusion
All in all, Sabrina Carpenter’s night on SNL combined entertainment, artistic risk, and brave creative choices. By performing “Manchild” and “Nobody’s Son” and taking part in several comedic sketches, she presented multiple aspects of her artistic persona. This evening was undoubtedly an important step forward in her career.
