Did Whoopi Goldberg’s Absence On The View This Week Have To Do With SNL 50? How Colin Jost’s Funny ‘Weekend Update’ Joke Seemingly Came True

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The 50th episode of SNL was filled with humor, unexpected moments, and a blend of old and new talent. Legendary figures from SNL’s past like Steve Martin, Eddie Murphy, and Bill Murray joined forces with fresh faces such as Marcello Hernández and Sarah Sherman to celebrate the show’s rich history. Lorne Michaels went above and beyond for this milestone event. However, a regrettable turn of events occurred shortly after, as several attendees, including Whoopi Goldberg, fell ill.

This week, she missed her appearance on “The View” due to an ailment, and it was Steve Martin who disclosed that Martin Short had contracted COVID-19 following the event. Reminders of Colin Jost’s Weekend Update quip are now circulating, as it appears to have foreshadowed the turn of events.

Steve Martin Announced That Martin Short Got COVID After Attending SNL 50

This all seemed to start with an Instagram post from Steve Martin, who announced yesterday that he and Martin Short had to reschedule some of their shows because Short had tested positive for COVID-19.

Additionally, he disclosed that Maya Rudolph had contracted the virus just after the SNL 50 celebrations, where she played a significant role. Martin humorously shared this information alongside a picture of Short and Rudolph sharing a friendly kiss on the SNL red carpet, playfully implying that was where they may have passed the COVID. He labeled the photo: “The source of the COVID? Perhaps right here!

Maya contracted Covid-19 (she wasn’t at the show with it!), Marty also came down with it. The SNL 50th “Covid Curse” seems to be authentic. Regrettably, we must postpone this weekend’s sold-out Durham and Knoxville shows to October 17 (Knoxville) and October 18 (Durham). We apologize for the inconvenience. I believe we’ll be even funnier on those new dates, though!

Martin linked COVID-19, Rudolph’s illness following the 50th anniversary of SNL, and now Whoopi Goldberg has fallen ill and taken a break from The View this week due to the flu. It seems that several individuals have contracted illnesses after these events.

Whoopi Goldberg Got The Flu After SNL 50

During Saturday Night Live’s 50th anniversary celebration, it was disclosed that Whoopi Goldberg was unwell in the subsequent week. As reported by Entertainment Weekly, the comedian was absent from The View for two consecutive days due to having the flu.

It wasn’t implied that she contracted the illness during SNL 50, as Steve Martin did with Martin Short, but it’s worth noting since a large number of people were in the compact 8H studio at 30 Rock for the show, and they all attended the extraordinary SNL Homecoming concert two days prior.

It’s quite plausible for the flu, alongside COVID-19, to be spreading at gatherings. In fact, Colin Jost pointed this out during the Weekend Update segment of a recent special.

Colin Jost’s Weekend Update Joke Seemed To Predict This

It appears that this health issue was predicted earlier by longtime Weekend Update host Colin Jost, who made a humorous remark about it during his segment on the special anniversary broadcast.

He observed the high prevalence of sickness in New York City, and found it striking that numerous esteemed figures past the age of 60 were present for the 50th anniversary event, remarking: “It’s quite ironic, isn’t it?

Due to simultaneous outbreaks of COVID, influenza, RSV, and norovirus this winter season, health professionals are under immense stress – these four diseases together are being referred to as a quadruple threat or quad-demic. In an attempt to maintain safety while still providing entertainment, we decided to gather all popular performers aged 60 and above in a compact venue.

Initially, the joke elicited a large, hearty laugh, but given that numerous performers fell sick following the same event – with some undoubtedly unreported cases – the laughter now seems somewhat foreboding.

As a movie lover, I find it mind-boggling yet not surprising that an outbreak could occur within the confines of a tightly knit production studio – as humorously depicted in the Weekend Update clip below.

As a film enthusiast, it’s my fervent hope that none of these cherished comedians and artists are too unwell. The icy chill in New York City isn’t doing anyone any favors, and with the whirlwind of the 50th event, I can’t help but imagine everyone needing a moment to rest and rejuvenate. Here’s to wishing these stars a swift recovery, and I eagerly look forward to their return to our screens and stages, filling us with laughter once more.

You have the opportunity now to rewatch the entirety of SNL 50 by streaming it via a Peacock subscription. Additionally, fans of Saturday Night Live can anticipate the NBC sketch show’s return to television screens at 11:30 p.m. ET on March 1st, with more thrilling hosts and musical guests for Season 50 yet to come.

You can watch the full SNL 50 show by subscribing to Peacock streaming service. And get ready, because Saturday Night Live is coming back on TV at 11:30 p.m. ET on March 1st, with lots of exciting hosts and musicians for Season 50!

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2025-02-22 21:37