Walton Goggins Embraces Silver Fox Status in ‘SNL’ Monologue: Fame, Flattery, and That Receding Hairline
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The White Lotus” star Walton Goggins made his hosting debut on Saturday Night Live on May 10, bringing humor, charm, and a self-aware swagger to the stage—especially when reflecting on his surprising new status as an internet sex symbol.
Opening the show with a sharp, self-deprecating monologue, Goggins leaned into the public’s fascination with his brooding White Lotus character, Rick Hatchett. “No spoilers,
but I die,” he said with a grin. “My character in White Lotus is pretty brooding, which the internet seemed to find attractive. Some of my friends have even asked me, ‘Walton, what’s it like to become a sex symbol at 53 years old?’ And you know what? If I’m being honest—it feels fantastic.”
Goggins Addresses Viral Headlines About His Hairline
Goggins didn’t just mention the buzz—he brought receipts. Literally.
He flashed up real online headlines, starting with a bold take from Cosmopolitan: “Are We All Horny for Walton Goggins’s Receding Hairline?” His quick-witted response? “I’ve had the same hairline since I was seven. It’s not receding, it’s holding its ground.”
Another viral headline read: “Hollywood’s Newest Heartthrob Is a Greasy, Depressing Little Man Whom No One Saw Coming.” With pitch-perfect comedic timing, Goggins laughed, “Thank you? But the part that offends me most is the word ‘whom’. It just sounds pretentious.”
Family, Tap Dancing, and a Surprise Cameo
The monologue took a heartfelt turn when Goggins invited his mother on stage. What started as a slow dance turned into an unexpected—and impressive—tap-dancing performance, earning cheers from the live audience.
Goggins also got backup from his White Lotus co-star and real-life friend, Sam Rockwell, who appeared in a pre-taped sketch about an odd obsession with tiny feet—continuing the night’s mix of absurdity and heart.
Walton Goggins’ Star Continues to Rise Post-White Lotus
Goggins’ SNL hosting appearance comes just over a month after The White Lotus Season 3 wrapped on HBO, further cementing his mainstream appeal.
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