Chris Rock graced Saturday Night Live for the fourth time as a host on December 14, 2025. He made the audience laugh aloud when he delivered his witty monologue about Joe Biden’s controversial pardoning of his son, Hunter Biden. This episode was filled with his career reflections and legacy.
Chris Rock hosted Saturday Night Live
On December 14, 2025, seasoned comedy legend Chris Rock made a great return to the forever-loved show Saturday Night Live. He was hosting for the fourth time after he made his presence on the show in 2020.
The audience highly anticipated his appearance on the show. As a host of the show, he was in his full glory, delivering his signature comedy wit- a trait that makes him one of the greatest American stand-up comedians.
Rock jokes about Joe Biden's pardoning of his son, Hunter
Rock specializes in observational comedy blended with political discourse. As a host in the recent episode of SNL, he satirically cracked jokes about Joe Biden forgiving his son, Hunter Biden, a controversial matter that became the talk of the town. Rock presented an agonizing monologue in the following words:
“Joe doesn’t move as fast or talk as fast as he used to, but that middle finger still works,”
A statement that made the Studio 8H audience erupt in fits of laughter. He also defended Biden's action, humorously suggesting every parent would pardon their child—except, perhaps, the parents of the Menendez Brothers.”
What Rock didn't Talk About
Rock was vocal about his political commentary fused with sharp humour and excruciating remarks. Many have in their minds that Rock didn’t voice his thoughts about the 2022 Oscars incident. An incident that recalls the moment when Will Smith slapped him on stage. The camera and the spectator's eyes caught the incident happenings live.
Chris Legacy and Career's Glory
In the recent episode of SNL, with the fourth-time host, Chris Rock, on the stage, the audience was overwhelmed by the comedy legend. Chris Rock began his career journey on SNL as a featured player from 1990-1993 and worked alongside comedy icons Adam Sandler and Chris Farley.
As a global stand-up comedian icon, he released successful comedy specials such as Bring the Pain and Never Scared. He has credits for directing films like I Think I Love My Wife and Top Five. Chris Rock has seen an immense rise in his career, which earned him the name of one of the most influential comedians of his time.
Rock was nostalgic as he returned to the same stage that became a step towards his utmost success. He delivered his signature style of wit to his fans and audience, inculcating cultural criticism, race relations, and self-examination.