GloRilla & Dave Chappelle Hilariously Recreate the “Pop The Balloon” Trend on “SNL”

They delivered a show-stopping performance.

GloRilla’s rise to fame shows no signs of slowing down. This past Saturday, she added another milestone to her growing list of achievements by making her debut as the musical guest on Saturday Night Live (SNL). The Memphis rap sensation silenced any remaining skeptics last year with the release of her mixtape Ehhtang Ehhthang and debut album GLORIOUS, both of which featured her biggest hits to date, including “Yeah Glo!,” “Wanna Be,” “TGIF,” and “WHATCHU KNO ABOUT ME.” Her success extended beyond music, as she dominated award show stages, racking up nominations and accolades.

With the new year in full swing, GloRilla faces the challenge of maintaining her momentum. As one of the leading figures in female hip-hop, she only needs to stay the course to remain on top. However, not everything has gone smoothly. During a recent performance, an audience member threw a shoe at her, prompting her to halt the show and call out the perpetrator. Despite the disruption, she maintained her composure and encouraged the crowd to join her in roasting the offender.

GloRilla & Dave Chappelle Nail the “Pop The Balloon” Trend

 

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Fortunately, GloRilla’s SNL appearance brought a positive turn of events. Her first time on the iconic NBC show was made even more special by the presence of comedy legend Dave Chappelle, who returned to host for the fourth time. Their on-screen chemistry was undeniable, and their comedic timing shone through in several sketches. One skit, in particular, has been making waves online—their hilarious take on the popular “Pop The Balloon” trend.

This trend, which has gained significant traction on YouTube, involves contestants (either all male or female) trying to secure a date. The potential suitors stand in a row holding balloons, and if they dislike what they hear from the contestant, they pop their balloon to signal their rejection. GloRilla and Chappelle executed the parody flawlessly, capturing the humor and essence of the viral trend.

Adding an extra layer of nostalgia and hilarity, Chappelle revived two of his beloved characters from Chappelle’s Show—Silky Johnson and Ashy Larry, the latter played by Donnell Rawlings. Their presence brought a unique and nostalgic flair to the sketch, further enhancing its appeal.

Fans can watch the full skit online and relive the comedic brilliance that GloRilla and Chappelle brought to the SNL stage.