Former SNL Stars Crash Weekend Update for Epic Joke-Off Over Enormous Baby

Seth Meyers, Tina Fey, and Amy Poehler Crash Weekend Update on 'SNL' for 'Joke Off' About Enormous Baby In a surprise move, former "Saturday Night Live" (SNL) anchors Seth Meyers, Tina Fey, and Amy Poehler crashed the show's Weekend Update desk on October 11, 2025. The trio participated in a "Joke Off" segment, riffing on a record-breaking birth at a Tennessee hospital. According to reports, a woman gave birth to a 13-pound baby, shattering the hospital's previous record. Meyers, Fey, and Poehler joined Weekend Update hosts Colin Jost and Michael Che to poke fun at the enormous infant. "The baby was so big he slapped the doctor on his ass," Meyers quipped. Fey chimed in, "Did she give birth or did the baby drive out?" The jokes were met with laughter from the audience and a nod of approval from Jost and Che. Poehler added, "She broke the hospital's record... I think it was the building too." The impromptu appearance marked a rare reunion for the trio, who have been involved in various projects since their SNL stints. Meyers currently hosts Late Night on NBC, while Fey has been busy with her production company and writing credits. Poehler has appeared in several films and TV shows. Background context suggests that the "Joke Off" segment was a nod to the show's long history of irreverent humor. Weekend Update, which debuted in 1975, has become a staple of SNL's programming, providing satirical commentary on current events. Industry experts note that this type of surprise appearance is not uncommon in the entertainment industry. "It's a way for comedians to poke fun at themselves and their peers," said comedy historian, Dr. Emily Nussbaum. "SNL has always been about pushing boundaries and taking risks." The segment has sparked conversation on social media, with fans praising the return of the trio and the show's willingness to take risks. As the entertainment industry continues to evolve, it remains to be seen how SNL will incorporate more surprise appearances in future episodes. In related news, the Tennessee hospital where the record-breaking birth occurred has announced plans to establish a "Baby of the Month" award, recognizing newborns who exceed 10 pounds at birth. Byline: William Earl, Variety Staff Writer *Reporting by Variety.*