Harry Styles pokes fun at Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor with scathing joke during his SNL monologue after the disgraced ex-Prince was arrested amid Epstein files probe
Harry Styles Jokes About Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s Scandal During SNL Monologue
Following the former prince’s arrest over Epstein-related allegations, the pop star targeted him with sharp humor
Harry Styles launched a pointed critique of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor during his recent SNL appearance, capitalizing on the ex-royal’s recent arrest linked to the Epstein investigation. The 32-year-old singer returned to the NBC sketch comedy show after his latest album topped the charts, offering a mix of self-deprecating humor and sly commentary.
In his monologue, Styles joked about his own time away from the public eye, describing it as a period of becoming “tremendously boring.” He contrasted this with the scrutiny facing Andrew, who had recently faced backlash for his association with convicted pedophile Jeffrey Epstein. “I took up jogging. There’s nothing interesting about that,” Styles remarked, “But because I’m me, people pretend to find that interesting. I don’t run to be interesting. I do it for the feeling it gives me, that runner’s high. It’s just amazing.”
“Watermelon sugar high, runner’s high. And if that doesn’t do it for you, I also love ecstasy. As a British man who spent a lot of his life in the public eye, I can assure you, there’s something nice about being boring. It’s better than the alternative.”
As Styles delivered this line, an image of Andrew being transported in a police car following his arrest flashed on the screen. The eighth-in-line to the throne had been taken into custody from his cottage at Wood Farm on the Sandringham Estate on his 66th birthday, accused of misuse of public office for allegedly sharing sensitive information with Epstein during his tenure as a UK trade envoy. He was held at Aylsham Police Station for about 10 hours before being released.
The scandal has raised questions about Andrew’s future in the royal line of succession, with speculation that the UK Government might propose legislation to strip him of his titles. Styles also took aim at politically correct fans who accused him of “queerbaiting”—a tactic where hints at same-sex relationships are used to appeal to both LGBTQ+ and heterosexual audiences.
Reflecting on past critiques, Styles noted how his 2019 SNL hosting was overshadowed by such accusations. “Back then, people seemed to pay a lot of attention to the clothes I was wearing and some people accused me of something called ‘queerbaiting,’” he said, before mockingly addressing the audience: “But did it ever occur to you that maybe you don’t know everything about me, Dad?”
The monologue culminated in a playful flirty moment tied to his new solo album Kiss All the Time. Styles quipped about the title, asking, “What’s better than kissing all the time?” This prompted SNL star Chloe Fineman to eagerly step onstage, only for Styles to humorously clarify: “Which I don’t actually do. I don’t wanna kiss all the time.”
Later, Sarah Sherman joined the stage as Styles mused on the nature of affection. “Sometimes kissing can be great,” he said, before adding with a grin: “you know, if you’re really good at it and you’re a good person.” The comedian then joked about a “tight little bum,” which drew Ben Marshall onstage. “Well, you said ‘tight little bum,’ so where’s my kiss?” Marshall asked, to which Styles replied: “Come on, Ben, everyone knows there’s nothing little about that thang. You’re hauling a damn wagon back there.”
The exchange ended with Styles pulling Marshall into a kiss, leaving the audience in laughter. The moment underscored the light-hearted yet pointed tone of his performance, blending personal reflection with a critique of public figures in the spotlight.
