Harry Styles Talks Queerbaiting, Kisses Ben Marshall During ‘SNL’ Monologue

In the monologue, Styles reflected on his time away from music following the end of his Love on Tour in 2023, joking that he had become “tremendously boring” and that people only pretended to find his hobbies interesting because of who he is. Related Ice Cube's 'War of the Worlds' Named Worst Picture at 2026 Razzie Awards: Full 'Winners' List 'Saturday Night Live': Where to Watch the Sketch Comedy Show Online for Free 'Access Hollywood' Is Canceled After 30-Year Run He then pivoted to the queerbaiting discourse that has followed him throughout his career, noting that fans had fixated on his clothing choices and personal life.

After building to the punchline — in which repertory players Chloe Fineman and Sarah Sherman each appeared and left in dismay as Styles made increasingly pointed remarks about kissing — featured player Ben Marshall appeared onstage and Styles leaned in for a brief kiss. “Now that’s queerbaiting,” Styles concluded with a wink. The episode also featured a pair of high-profile surprise guests.

Ryan Gosling appeared to introduce Styles’ first musical performance of the night,...