Paul Mescal, the renowned actor from "Normal People", has made a significant mark on the Saturday Night Live stage with his love for shorts. This article delves into his various adventures and humorous exchanges related to shorts on the show.

Mescal's Shorts Fashion on SNL - A Hilarious Journey

Section 1: Mescal's First SNL Opening Monologue

The 28-year-old actor, known for his love of shorts, used his first opening monologue on the December 7 episode to poke fun at his well-known adoration. As a way to introduce himself to the audience, Mescal (a self-proclaimed “proud Irishman”) jokingly cleared up “ugly stereotypes” about his culture. He stated, “A lot of people ask if we wear kilts. No, that’s the Scottish. Traditionally, the Irish wear short shorts.” This comment was accompanied by a reference to his appearance at a Gucci fashion show in boxers this past June, clearly showing his sense of humor and love for the fashion item.During this monologue, Mescal also interacted with Marcello Hernández. As Hernández walked onto the stage in a pair of tight, striped Adidas shorts and a business-forward button-up, he asked Mescal, “I’m trying to be like you man. You like what you see?” Mescal replied, “Absolutely not. By the way, those are way too short.” Hernández then claimed, “Well you know what they say Paul. The shorter the shorts, the taller you look.”

Section 2: The Beginning of His Shorts Affair

Mescal's love affair with shorts seemingly began two years ago when he mentioned having an “extensive short shorts wardrobe” in an Interview magazine feature. Since then, his fans haven't let him live it down. Last month, during his appearance on BBC Radio 1, a 5-year-old listener adorably asked him why his pants were so short. Mescal began by trying to find the right way to explain, saying, “They’re short — Lily, they’re sports shorts. They’re not custom made for me to be short, they’re just very practical for exercise, and they’re great for running in.”He even went on to say, “I might next summer just like, have my bum [hanging out]. I would go for the hot pants next summer.” This shows his willingness to embrace and play with fashion trends.

Section 3: His SNL Sketch and Musical Rendition

In addition to his quip about fashion, Mescal's debut SNL hosting gig saw him put his own spin on Cynthia Erivo's viral “Defying Gravity” riff for a Gladiator II musical sketch. He added a witch hat to the mix, making it a unique and memorable performance. This showcases his versatility as an actor and his ability to bring a fresh perspective to different forms of entertainment.Mescal's adventures with shorts on Saturday Night Live have not only entertained the audience but also become a part of his iconic image. His sense of humor and love for fashion have made him a standout on the show, and his fans eagerly await his next fashion-related antics.