Nobody Liked Steven Seagal
In 1991, the stage of Saturday Night Live was graced by an unusual host – actor and martial artist Steven Seagal. His stint, however, was notoriously branded as “the worst ever” by showrunner Lorne Michaels. Seagal’s off-beat ideas, including a sketch that disturbingly featured violence against women and his brusque demeanor towards the dedicated cast and crew, left a sour taste. This is especially unsettling considering the subsequent allegations that have surfaced against him.
In the grand premiere of season 18 in 1992, the enigmatic Nicolas Cage took the stage. With a twinkle of humor in his eyes, he quipped that the audience might label him as “the most colossal jerk ever to grace the show.” However, Lorne Michaels, the show’s creator, playfully interjected, “No, That prestigious title belongs to Steven Seagal.” The room erupted with laughter, and the tension dissolved into a night of unforgettable comedy.