Country star Morgan Wallen sparked debate after abruptly leaving SNL’s stage.
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When country star Morgan Wallen walked offstage during SNL’s closing moments, he sparked a firestorm.
Let’s break down this controversy with some fresh perspective.
The Sudden Exit
Morgan performed his hits “I’m the Problem” and “Just in Case” on the March 29 episode, but skipped the traditional end-of-show mingling.
After quick pleasantries with host Mikey Madison, he simply left.
“Get Me to God’s Country”
Hours later, Wallen posted an Instagram Story showing his private jet with the caption “Get me to God’s country.”
This fueled speculation about his feelings toward the show and NYC.
Just Homesick?
In a May 11 Sundae Conversation interview, Wallen finally explained: “I was ready to go home. I’ve been there all week.”
A source told Entertainment Weekly he exited “the way he entered and exited the studio all week.”
The Cast Responds
Veteran cast member Kenan Thompson wasn’t impressed, telling EW: “I don’t know what goes through people’s minds when they decide to do stuff like that… It’s definitely a spike in the norm.”
Merch Opportunity
Ever the entrepreneur, Wallen quickly capitalized on the drama by selling $45 “Get me to God’s country” t-shirts and hats, which promptly sold out.
Not His First SNL Controversy
Back in 2020, Wallen was removed from a scheduled SNL appearance after videos surfaced of him partying maskless during COVID restrictions.
He later returned and even poked fun at the incident in a sketch.
Country Boy vs. Big City
Critics turned the incident into a culture war moment, though Wallen simply claimed he was eager to leave New York and return south.
As he put it: “The Big Apple isn’t for everyone.”
New Album Coming
Amid all this drama, Wallen’s preparing to release his new album “I’m the Problem” on May 16, ensuring the controversy keeps his name in headlines at the perfect time.