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SNL's latest episode aired on October 18, 2025, featuring Sabrina Carpenter as host and musical guest. While fans have been eagerly waiting for Sabrina's appearance, they missed another significant cast member, Bowen Yang.
Despite his absence from the live show, Bowen had been working on the writing and pre-taped part of SNL. For the fans who might not know, his absence on the NBC show was due to his appearance at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures gala. He's set to accept the Vantage Award at the ceremony.
On October 18, 2025, Bowen Yang took to the social media platform Instagram and shared a story. He acknowledged his absence from the show while also sharing his excitement for Sabrina.
"Missing the show tonight but it will be sooooo fun Sab is amazing," he wrote.
SNL Season 51 Episode 3: Bowen Yang misses the latest Saturday Night Live episode featuring Sabrina Carpenter
The recently released Saturday Night Live featured exciting performances from the cast members and the guests. One of the much-awaited performances was from musical guest and host Sabrina Carpenter.
While fans enjoyed various performances, they notably missed Bowen Yang, as he was absent. It was because he went to attend the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures gala at the Academy Museum in Los Angeles. He was there to accept the Vantage Award.
Regarding his award, the Academy Museum shared an Instagram post on October 18, 2025, stating:
"A trailblazer bringing laughter, heart, and representation to the screen. Congratulations to Bowen Yang, recipient of the Vantage Award, which he'll receive at the fifth annual Academy Museum Gala on October 18."
Along with Bowen Yang, notable stars who would receive the honor include Penélope Cruz, Bruce Springsteen, and Walter Salles. The award is to honor artists who "help challenge dominant narratives in cinema."
Despite his absence from SNL, Bowen Yang has been part of the NBC show for additional work, including writing. Sharing his absence with his fans, he shared an Instagram story on October 18, 2025.
He noted that he would miss the latest show. Additionally, he also cheered for Sabrina by sharing "Sab is amazing" in the same story. He wrote that it would be "sooooo fun." However, fans can enjoy Bowen Yang's performance from the pre-taped skits of the NBC show.
Bowen would be seen in the upcoming SNL episode alongside the host Miles Teller and Brandi Carlile as the musical guest.
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