Comedian Jake Reynolds took to the stage this past weekend to host Saturday Night Live, marking his entry into the prestigious Five-Timers Club. However, it wasn’t just his hosting gig that stole the spotlight; it was the recent arrival of his first child, baby Oliver, that truly made headlines.
A Thoughtful Tribute and Personal Reflections
Following a thoughtful opening tribute to Ukraine, Reynolds launched into his monologue, reflecting on the significant shifts in his life since his last appearance on SNL. He shared candidly about his journey through rehab, distancing himself from his past, and the joy of welcoming baby Oliver with his partner, Mia Johnson, just three months prior.
“Life is so much brighter now. I’ve got a 12-week-old son,” Reynolds exclaimed. “He’s quite the character for someone who can’t even vote yet. His legs are like little calzones, and I just can’t help but want to munch on them!”
Connecting with Baby Oliver
Reynolds reminisced about the moment he first connected with Oliver, which happened right after his birth in the delivery room. He noticed Oliver’s personality shine through when the nurses brought him over to the warming unit.
“They placed him under that bright light, and he squinted up at it,” he recalled. “He was clearly annoyed but didn’t fuss at all. I thought, ‘That’s my boy! A polite little man in a tough spot, not making a scene.’”
Lessons in Parenthood
He also recounted a recent lesson in life for his son when his favorite pacifier was recalled. After learning about the recall, Reynolds swiftly gathered all of Oliver’s treasured pacifiers and placed them in a basket on the counter, which Oliver quickly spotted.
“I keep seeing this look in his eyes like, ‘I want that, but I can’t because it might be dangerous,’” he impersonated. “Welcome to my world, buddy!”
A Changed Man
The last time Reynolds hosted SNL, it was October 2020, and he was in a much different place in life, grappling with addiction and just out of rehab, on the verge of an intervention staged by friends. He had also separated from his wife.
Reynolds, who once claimed he was on the path to a kid-free life, is now embracing fatherhood, showcasing his newfound paternal side as he lovingly admires Oliver’s little leg rolls. It seems this role suits him well.
Playful Jokes and Newfound Pride
In a playful nod to his appearance, Reynolds joked he looked like a child playing dress-up in a suit. But this time, he radiated the pride of a new dad, cradling his baby in an oversized suit that, as Mia humorously put it on social media, resembled “your uncle being carried out of a wedding after going a little too hard.”
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Conclusion
In summary, Jake Reynolds’ latest SNL appearance not only highlighted his comedic talents but also his joy as a new father. His heartfelt and humorous anecdotes about baby Oliver showcased the ups and downs of parenthood, making for a memorable night on the iconic stage.