SNL UK Mocks Prince Andrew, Iran War, Beckhams

0:00It's March 23rd, I'm Corey with The Story, and this is Durham News Today, your AI-powered local news. Saturday night live, UK launched its first episode on March 21st, produced by Sky Studios with a fresh British cast, the show dove straight into hot topics, mocking Prince Andrews links the Jeffrey Epstein, the ongoing war in Iran, and the Beckham family's latest. Drama Hosted by Tina Fey, it featured sharp sketches and a performance by Wetleg, Weekend Update Host, Ania Magliano, and Patty Young kicked things off with Iran war jabs before zeroing in on the ex-prints. Andrew was arrested on February 19th, his 66th birthday over suspicions of misconduct in public office. Officials say he shared sensitive government info with Epstein, the convicted sex offender who died by suicide in jail during his time as trade envoy. From 2001 to 2011, the comics roasted Andrews new home at Marsh Farm and news that the police

1:00probe is expanding. They wondered aloud if he'd stay quiet in prison and poked fun at his living situation, now that Sky TV is installed there. The tone stayed biting, blending dark humor with current headlines. Meanwhile, sketches hit President Donald Trump, who's 79 and pushing the Iran conflict called Operation Epic Fury, a Longside Israel. A bit with cast member, George Four Acres, as Prime Minister Keir Starmer, turned down U.S. requests for more NATO help, offering naval bases but drawing, a line at full involvement. The show also covered David and Victoria Beckham's feud with Sun Brooklyn sparked at his wedding. Executive produced by Lauren Michaels, the series stars Talents Like Hamid Animashan, Ayuray, Bomboyay, and others, setting up plenty more satirical, takes on the news as it unfolds.