In a delightful reunion at the 75th Primetime Emmy Awards, Tina Fey and Amy Poehler, both former “Saturday Night Live” cast members and close friends, graced the stage to present the Emmy for outstanding live variety show. The dynamic duo, known for their comedic chemistry, brought their signature humor and playfulness to the “Weekend Update” bit.
Embracing their status in life, Fey kicked off the presentation with a humorous observation: “We’ve reached the stage in life where we’ll only present awards sitting down.” The audience responded with a lively ovation, setting the tone for the entertaining banter that followed.
As they playfully ran down the list of nominees, Fey and Poehler didn’t shy away from poking fun at themselves and the contenders. The Oscars, often criticized for its lengthy runtime, became the first target of their witty remarks. Poehler quipped that the Oscars are “the only show that’s longer than when they air ‘Titanic’ with commercials on TBS.”
Next in line was the comedy special “Chris Rock: Selective Outrage,” and Fey humorously suggested, “Chris could be here tonight, but if he wins, we’ll accept on his behalf because we miss getting Emmys.” This playful approach added a lighthearted touch to the proceedings.
Elton John’s concert, titled “Elton John Live: Farewell from Dodger Stadium,” was the third nominee. Poehler couldn’t resist a clever play on words, saying, “Now I can’t speak for Elton, but EGOT to be excited about that.” The reference to the coveted EGOT (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, Tony) status brought a clever twist to the presentation.
Fey took the opportunity to call out Rihanna’s appearance at The Apple Music Super Bowl LVII Halftime Show, humorously dubbing it “the concert so good it got us all pregnant.” The unexpected and humorous reference to a fictional impact of a concert added an element of surprise and laughter.
The final nominee, the 75th annual Emmy Awards itself, became a target for Fey and Poehler’s comedic commentary. They humorously described it as “celebrating the best in musicals that were based on movies that will probably be movies again,” playfully referencing the recent release of the new “Mean Girls.” Fey, who played a significant role as a writer, producer, and star in the original “Mean Girls” film, added, “There’s nothing wrong with that,” embracing the idea of reimagining classics.
Overall, Tina Fey and Amy Poehler brought their A-game to the Emmy Awards stage, delivering a mix of clever jabs, self-deprecating humor, and unexpected twists. Their chemistry and comedic timing were evident throughout the presentation, creating a memorable and entertaining segment for the audience. The reunion of these comedic powerhouses added a special touch to the 75th Emmy Awards ceremony.