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Sabrina Carpenter Channels Carrie Bradshaw in SNL Promo

10/16/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Sabrina Carpenter will host Saturday Night Live on October 18, marking her first hosting gig and second musical performance on the show.
In a promo, Carpenter embodies Carrie Bradshaw from Sex and the City, stepping out of an elevator and interacting with cast members.
She jokes about her height in heels, flirts playfully, and mistakes a writer for a fan.
The promo creatively captures the essence of the beloved series.

History

Historical Context

"Sex and the City" premiered on June 6, 1998, on HBO, showcasing the lives and friendships of four women in New York City. Created by Darren Star and based on Candace Bushnell's book, the series reached over 30 million viewers by its final season, significantly influencing media portrayals of female relationships and sexuality, and paving the way for future narratives centered on women's experiences.

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Story summary

Sabrina Carpenter will host Saturday Night Live on October 18, marking her first hosting gig and second musical performance on the show.
In a promo, Carpenter embodies Carrie Bradshaw from Sex and the City, stepping out of an elevator and interacting with cast members.
She jokes about her height in heels, flirts playfully, and mistakes a writer for a fan.
The promo creatively captures the essence of the beloved series.

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