At the Los Angeles premiere of The Fall Guy, Ryan Gosling and Mikey Day reprised their live-action versions of Beavis and Butt-Head, popularized in a Saturday Night Live sketch. The sketch, which aired on April 13, quickly went viral and garnered over 10 million views on YouTube within five days. Gosling, 43, arrived at the red carpet fully dressed as Beavis.
By Sadie Watkins
The Iconic Transformation
Gosling initially appeared on the red carpet in a mint-green suit but returned later as Beavis, sporting a blonde wig and prosthetic nose. He completed the look with the character’s signature Death Rock T-shirt and shorts. Mikey Day, 44, portrayed Butt-Head, wearing red shorts and a gray T-shirt to embody the character’s style.
The Humorous Sketch
In the sketch, SNL cast member Heidi Gardner plays a news anchor interviewing a professor, played by Kenan Thompson, about artificial intelligence. However, Thompson’s character is distracted by two audience members, portrayed by Gosling and Day, who bear an uncanny resemblance to the 1990s cartoon characters. The pair’s antics continuously derail the professor’s focus.
Challenges for the Actors
Gardner, who couldn’t hold back her laughter during the show, told Vulture that seeing Gosling and Day nearly threw her off track. She admitted to bursting out laughing during the dress rehearsal and had to mentally prepare herself before going live. Despite these challenges, Kenan Thompson managed to keep a straight face during the live show, although he struggled to contain his laughter during rehearsals.
Audience Reactions
Gosling and Day’s performance delighted the audience, and Thompson admitted to Variety that the sketch left him in tears during rehearsals. He had trouble speaking due to his laughter and needed several attempts to deliver his lines correctly. The unpredictable challenges made for a chaotic yet highly entertaining performance.
The Fall Guy premiere provided the perfect stage for this humorous act, which left a lasting impression on the audience. The blend of live-action and comedy created unforgettable moments on the red carpet.
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