ROLE MODEL made his SNL debut on October 11 with a performance of “Some Protector” and “Sally, When The Wine Runs Out.” By stepping onto the iconic stage, the rising internet sensation has fully transformed into a certified mainstream artist. ROLE MODEL steps into a legacy shared by some of music’s biggest names — artists like Lady Gaga and Billie Eilish who once stood on that same stage.
The bridge on “Some Protector” gives Taylor Swift’s “Cruel Summer” bridge a run for its money. It’s one of the strongest bridges to come out of 2025, if not the past decade. This song was built for stages like this, making a career-defining song feel even bigger.
One of the most iconic moments of a ROLE MODEL set happens during “Sally, When The Wine Runs Out.” For the past year, he’s made it a tradition to bring out a special guest, or “Sally” as heh calls them, yelling into the crowd, “Where’s my Sally tonight?” The bit has turned into a cultural moments, with everyone from Hilary Duff and Lizzy McAlpine to Kate Hudson, SNL’s own Bowen Yang, Olivia Rodrigo, and more stepping into the role. And now, Charli xcx officially joins that iconic list.
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