Adam Driver Delivers Hilarious SNL Sketch Mocking Meghan Markle’s Baby Controversy

In a side-splitting episode of Saturday Night Live, Adam Driver took the stage for the fourth time on December 9, 2023, and left audiences in stitches with a memorable sketch that poked fun at Meghan Markle.

Known for his roles in blockbuster hits like Star Wars and Marriage Story, Driver showcased his comedic chops in a parody of the reality show The First 48, playing a baby embroiled in a murder investigation aboard an airplane.

The sketch opened with a dramatic voiceover emphasizing the importance of the first 48 hours in a homicide case, setting the tone for what was about to unfold.

Viewers were quickly transported to a plane where two detectives, portrayed by Kenan Thompson and Eggo Wodham, began interrogating passengers about a body discovered in the bathroom.

The scene escalated hilariously when they approached a couple, played by Beck Bennett and Cecily Strong, who were cradling Driver's character—a suspiciously large baby named Archie.

As the detectives questioned the couple, they expressed skepticism over the baby's age, noting his size and hairiness.

When asked for a passport, the couple produced a comically fake document featuring Driver's face and the name “Archie Harrison Mountbatten, Windsor.” The absurdity reached new heights when the detectives realized that the so-called baby was actually a grown man in disguise.

In a shocking twist, Driver emerged from the carrier clad in a diaper and bonnet, clutching a knife.

He confessed to being the murderer, revealing that he had stabbed the victim out of anger because they had taken the last bag of peanuts.

With a peanut allergy as his excuse, he whimsically offered the detectives a chance to play with him and even requested a diaper change, prompting their horrified refusal.

The humor didn't stop there.

As the detectives arrested Driver and the couple, he broke down in tears, crying for his “mommy,” who he claimed was none other than Meghan Markle.

In a tongue-in-cheek revelation, he stated that she had paid him handsomely to impersonate her baby and lamented never having met his father, Prince Harry.

Driver's portrayal of this absurd character was both hilarious and oddly endearing.

The sketch concluded with a punchline, revealing that the case had been closed in 47 hours, with the baby sentenced to life in prison and the couple deported to Canada.

A final jab at Markle appeared in the form of a captioned photo of her holding Driver as a baby, asking, “Have you seen this woman?”

This sketch not only highlighted the ongoing conspiracy theories surrounding Markle and her son Archie but also showcased Driver's impressive range as a performer.

His ability to embody a baby with a dark twist, complete with spot-on facial expressions and comedic timing, was nothing short of brilliant.

Driver's chemistry with Thompson and Wodham added another layer of hilarity, as the detectives navigated the absurdity of the situation.

Their baffled reactions to Driver's antics amplified the comedic effect, making it clear that this sketch would be remembered as one of the season's highlights.

With this performance, Driver cemented his status as one of the most versatile hosts in SNL history.

His fearless approach to comedy, even when it involves poking fun at real-life figures, proves that he can take a joke as well as dish one out.

As the laughter from this sketch continues to echo, it serves as a reminder of the power of satire in addressing public figures and the narratives surrounding them.

In a world filled with speculation, Driver's comedic take on Markle's life offers a lighthearted perspective that resonates with audiences everywhere.