Weekend Update Tackles Cornell Controversy & Return Of ‘Glee’
Michael Che addressed the sexual assault controversy at Cornell University on Saturday Night Live's Weekend Update, striking a serious tone whilst emphasising the importance of men holding other men accountable for misconduct. The segment examined how problematic behaviour often goes undetected in privileged circles, with Che and co-host Colin Jost joking about recognising colleagues who appear respectable but harbour troubling tendencies.
Later, cast member Kam Patterson joined the desk to discuss the forthcoming Glee reboot by showrunner Ryan Murphy. Che humorously challenged whether Patterson was genuinely enthusiastic about the show, suggesting he had merely accepted a pitch from white writers without understanding the source material. Patterson eventually acknowledged he had no real knowledge of Glee and admitted to uncomfortably performing "jazz hands on national television" without comprehending the references.
- Michael Che addressed Cornell sexual assault controversy on Weekend Update with serious accountability message
- Che joked with Colin Jost about recognising problematic behaviour in privileged circles
- Kam Patterson admitted unfamiliarity with Glee whilst discussing the planned reboot
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Weekend Update is the satirical news segment of Saturday Night Live, NBC's long-running sketch comedy show that airs live each Saturday. The segment allows cast members and hosts to comment on current events with humour, whilst occasionally addressing serious topics with appropriate seriousness.
Cornell University, one of America's most prestigious Ivy League institutions, has faced allegations of sexual misconduct and questions about how its administration has handled reports of such behaviour. Recent scrutiny has highlighted concerns about accountability and institutional response to assault allegations within privileged academic environments.
Glee was a musical dramedy television series that aired from 2009 to 2015, following a high school show choir and becoming a significant cultural phenomenon. Ryan Murphy, known for creating American Horror Story and The Politician, has announced plans for a new version of the series.