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Please Don't Destroy - Paul Mescal Is Daddy - SNL
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- Published on May 15, 2025
- Paul Mescal shares his dream life with Ben Marshall, John Higgins and Martin Herlihy.
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“Paul’s back! He’s back from playing another sad, hot guy!”
😂😂😂
My goodness low hanging fruit wtf
🤣🤣
@@elizabethlarson9655 wow what a hilarious quote comment….
If I had the power, I too would write a short film of paul mescal falling in love with me and my two best friends to the point of him wanting to raise and take care of us so fiercely
Like, HELL YEAH!
I mean self deprecating and Paul mescal complimenting you at the same time… how unfunny
@@amonrodriguez3518 Why you gotta be an A-hole? Sudeikis or Wiig you are not, so just stop ;)
I'm embarrassed to say that I don't recognize a lot of the hosts. Last couple years was rough. I'm a 35 year old woman...Who is this Paul Mescal hostman? I'm so old and withered.
@@minkysealol girl you're fine, he's a 28 year old actor, people think he's this generation's pedro pascal
If I was an SNL writer I would also have him act out an insane fanfiction. I think this is very real of them
So you would be a typical modern-day SNL writer? That's all you had to say.
I love when the writers know how to give the audience exactly what they want.
Fail
These guys suck
And what the audience wants is Jane Wickline killing it once again as her hilarious breakout character "Girl Who Shows Up in the Sketch". Seriously, why is Jane Wickline?
@@kevinramsey417 I don’t like any of the new people. And I really tried with at least Jane. And they finally had Sarah Sherman not ply obnoxious yelling characters (herself) for once
I did NOT know I needed THAT in my life. Screaming laughter over here...
"😒 Oh yeah, you want to have sex with us?! You're better off asking my girlfriend, buddy." (cue internal death)
The delivery killed me😂
Isn’t his girlfriend canonically Lizzo
@@winapeg451 I don't think so, but Lizzo does throw up in a trash can when she hears Martin has a girlfriend.
@@winapeg451yes and she’s not giving it up to him apparently
🤣🤣🤣💯
I've never seen someone actually crumple before. I thought it was just a figure of speech.
"In time, maybe, yes" is underrated
The best line
😂😂😂
Great line delivery
Just leaned right into the pervy-ness. lol
How is it underrated? What would need to be done for it not to be underrated? Should it have its own video? A 4 second clip of just that line?
The boys standing next to the archery target as the arrow hits had me in tears lol
Came full circle when the boys managed to hit the bad guy townsperson with his arrow.
Chekov’a arrow
Me too. It was a deeply touching moment
@@swirlingchi I get the reference.
@@swirlingchi Good point! I didn't think of that hhahahaha
I don't think I've ever been so okay with being uncomfortable
😂
Nailed it.
Thought it was disgusting
@@susanwilliams1992of course you did susan
@@anika_h2oyeah, literally tree found in forest. no shit susan
@@susanwilliams1992 you're not a man, that's why.
I’m imagining PDD pitching this sketch to Paul Mescal being like “So you know how people call you daddy cause you’re hot? Well what if you were our ACTUAL daddy and we lived together in a cabin in the woods?” 😂
“You son of a bitch, I’m in” - Paul, probably.
Just read PDD as pdiddy and it took a whole other meaning
@@nachoaldeguer Yeha same, ive been waiting for them to make a sketch about that lol
so like.. was it a sex thing or not? 😭 because he said daddy and mentioned having sex, but in the fantasy the guys were basically cosplaying as kids 🤢
@@addangel as the sketch says: "in time, maybe, yes" 😂
That hand on knee "whats going on brother" is so good line and acting that I cant stop laughing ;)
im stealing that line and his facial expression! priceless !
“Until the townspeople found out…” That one sentence goes under radar but it’s genius.
“The local militia doesn’t understand folks like us.”
@@lucashowell7653😂😂😂
😂😂😂😂
under the radar? it's literally the last 70 seconds of this video.
“Pappa, why do people hate?” 😹
I love how ridiculously high the bed that they hide under is, they’re practically under a table and would be a terrible hiding place. It’s such a small but absurd detail
Would love to see 'behind the scenes' when this skit was pitched. Paul really leaned into it, and it must have been priceless to catch his reactions leading up. Great skit guys, everyone owned it.
Another good point. What are the scenes and ideas that got cut? I know I'd watch a behind the scenes of every video. PDD cut (not fit for tv)
3:24 “PAPA!” Took me out 😂
I’m dying over here! The delivery! 😂😂😂
🤣
2:55 the "No" after the “Until the townspeople found out…” killed me
"What's going onnnn, bruther?" is delivered so beautifully
The “Paul’s back!” moment is how I feel about Please Don’t Destroy
Same!! Every sketch/ video kills me
Well put. I agree!
😂
Accuracy
EXACTLY!!!! 🙂
Paul playing ‘another sad, hot guy’ is so accurate
So, the budget for this video short included a cabin, snow, a local militia and archery training? The accountants must be Paul Mescal fans too.
Snl has been around for 50 years. It’s called set design. Their props are endless. Their costumes, backdrops, everything is part of the theater experience.
It's called entertainment dude - look it up!! :)
They're only blocks from Broadway, duh
Plus a little bit of shaving cream. Going all out!
@@sathyakuechler9306 Set design? That is actually not what it is called. How is hiring a local militia called "set design"? 🙄 And most of PDD ‘s videos take place in their little office. So whenever it seems they go out into the real world, it’s a treat.
1:19 I don't think any irishman has ever said the phrase "we should move in together upstate" 😂
Let's move out of Dublin is the closest probably
I mean, they are in New York.
Yeah, well, Paul Mescal is the first.
Okay not only is this hilarious, but did anyone else get a little choked up when they rescued their Dad with a bow and arrow? Asking for a friend.
This is so uncomfortable and hilarious at the same time. 🤣
Biggest Green Flags are celebs who roll with Please Don’t Destroy skits
Facts!
I seriously never know were its going and I love that
I said WHAT IS HAPPENING out loud SEVERAL times
That's how it goes for most hot daddy fanfiction 😂😂
"Nothing will ever hurt you when I'm around"
"WHAT'S GOING ON BROTHER?
Mescal taking off his glasses in astonishment as John shares his cookie with Ben is my favorite part. 2:30
The invasion from the townspeople took this from excellent to Outstanding... I cannot speak highly enough of this sketch. Thank you so much and God bless you all. Merry Christmas
Loving the consistent use of ear protection for archery. That's a caring Saddy instilling safe habits.
Bang up job raising three amazing boys on your own Paul.
I feel uncomfortable, delighted, disturbed and warm and fuzzy all at once.
Jane walking in at the end and going “Nope” 😂😂
Perfect. Pedro was Zaddy. Paul is Saddy. Yup. Sad Daddy.
Does Zaddy stand for Zombie Daddy? Because of Last of Us?
what's up with the zaddy tho? what that even means really?
The look at 2:22 of "I could see this working" is fantastic.
YES!! A new SNL skit from the "once every 6 episode" boys. 😅
i love how every time they have a really great actor they're amazing
that escalated quickly, love it 🤣
You could say it Mescalated quickly 😄
Johns reaction when Paul said “until the townspeople found out…” cracked me up
I love how a few of their sketches start with them trying to do their job and pitch sketches but the actor host is just like “no, this weird thing is happening instead.”
“Whaaat’s goin’ on, brother?” 🤣
“Until the townspeople found out….” with the lone wolf howling in the distance 😅
these guys just prove how much you could do with 4 minutes
I finally saw Gladiator II tonight, but THIS was what kept running through my head the entire time 😂
“This is crazy, I’m like, shaking” 😂
“Wherever could they be??” 🤷♂️🤣🤣🤣
Is it bad that I got happy chills when he took the guy out with the arrow and said, “That’s our daddy.” ?
This is hilarious!! I've lost count of how many times i've rewatched it!!
"That's our daddy!" - it made me tear up!!!!
This is the first time I cried laughing during the sketch. When Paul himself their daddy. 😂😂
This sketch went ALL OVER....
I’m always here for please don’t destroy. That and Paul Mescal. So I was doubly ready.
Me too. ESPECIALLY for the former! 😊
I'm always so ready.
This prefectly captured new actors' dreams and experiences actor's nightmares.
he’s insanely talented and gorgeous
Best SNL episode in forever. I hope Paul wins an Emmy.
I never watched any of his movies, but I need him now. And Im gonna go watch all of his movies now.
Watch normal people first
Start with Normal People . . .have some ice ready because you're going to need it to cool off.
Normal People but take a mental health break before Aftersun because both projects 😢😢
@@missdee4927 aww ty for the heads up
@@danieljessekaplan7034 ty will be doing that bc of you!
I was not anticipating the switch from contemplating a sexual relationship to wanting to be their father figure 😭
3:45 I’m 99% sure I have that same comforter
ok
The brilliance of this sketch is matched only be the comedic acting. This was one of yall's best!
These guys are my favorite part of SNL. I just love them!
Paul Mescal as literal Daddy. They gave us everything we wanted for Christmas this year.
I laugh so hard at these shorts! The best part of SNL right now in my opinion. 😂😂😂
"hey guys, did you wanna write the.. no"
Underrated moment.
Jane killed that delivery and timing
@@kamenanew9867 Fr
I had no idea who Paul Mescal was, but I enjoyed this skit.
Ben, John and Martin have crushed it this year.
According to the comment section, I’m not the only guy who is totally in love with this man 💘
My toes curled when Paul said Daddy ❤
I watch this daily, specifically for “whereever could they be?!”
“No” -perfect delivery 2:56
3:22 "PAPA?!" 😂
the townspeople suddenly arriving had me crying
OMG!!! I laughed so hard my abs started to hurt. 🤣🤣🤣❤❤❤
Same, at least I assume that was what was hurting under the flabs and stuff 😌
The muscial Gladiator video was the BEST ever- this is equally amazing
Paul Mescal is like an average dude who someone decided he is hot and convinced everyone that he is. And it absolutely works.
tea
My mother saw him onscreen once and went "Oh, he's cute!" So I think there is something about him.
THIS is so surprisingly & insanely great! 😂😂😂
I don't frequently watch SNL so this is the first time I'm watching the please don't destroy series. So much funnier than most modern SNL skits.
2:24 thought those pandas were hearing protection. For a bow 😂
Please Don’t Destroy bringing in Paul Mescal for a sketch was DEFINITELY the BEST CREATIVE DECISION they EVER MADE!!! 😁
Yeah. They're REALLY FUNNY. I laughed so much....
Overrated af
@Midorigameplay-v5u Dude I hope you're being sarcastic because there's no pride to be had in being a "MAP." There is nuance of course, like ephebophilia isn't considered unnatural - but laws exist for a reason (to protect under-18s from power imbalances). Hebephilia is disgusting though and pedophilia is just downright abominable. So - I really hope if you're a "MAP" that you're not one of the latter two. In any case though being a "MAP" of any type is nothing to have pride in. Psychiatry teaches us that "MAPs" can't necessarily get rid of their attractions, and that's OK as long as they don't act on them. If you act on it - you deserve what's coming to you.
I love this, but making Bad Bunny a disinterested Shrek was the best creative decision they have made
KING OF CRINGE WITH ANOTHER BANGER!
This has officially already become one of my favorite PDD skits
I mean how can I not have a giant smile on my face the entire time while watching this 😭
PAPA! its been a while since i laughed this hard at snl🤣🤣🤣
The way he said “Daddy” in that accent!
The pajamas!! 😂😂😂😂
2:30
i love that he is typing absolutely nothing here
this is so personal, wtf, love it.
Here’s how it would look:
Genuinely, this is so good; I wish I could forget it so I could watch it for the first time again. I love it so much.
PDD are some of the best sketches in SNL history.
Laying on the floor holding him up with his legs like he's an infant😅😅😅😅😅
one of the besttt PDD sketchhh
OMG. I can't!! ha ha, I didn't know the genius of daddy Paul Mescal
Please don’t destroy: Best Sketch of the Night!!! I’m cracking up here in Washington State!!!😂😂😂
The women in the audience "Awwwwing," when he said "Goodnight, Sweet boys." ROFLMAO.
These bits are so incredibly awesome! Lol. Great stuff, man!
I'd also write a fanfiction where Paul would be my daddy and we live in a cabin
Great sketch, please don’t destroy is fantastic
Man, these guys just do not miss!
Paul is a provider. ❤
Alright SNL, here’s my pitch: I need a sketch of Protective Mom Pedro dating Paul Mescal Daddy.
That's one of the best ever!
Amazing what they accomplish in a week!
Such perfect acting tho! I’d watch this series.
The writter are genious, I enjoyed a lot, thank yout
Please Don’t Destroy never disappoints!