Only Real Jason Sudeikis Fans Caught This SNL Throwback in Ted Lasso’s Pilot Episode
In the year 2020, when Ted Lasso premiered, it quickly gained momentum for being one of the most heartwarmingly humorous series with a string of characters that show true optimism and growth.
While the show resonated with a broad audience, ardent Jason Sudeikis fans know that there was a subtle homage paid to Saturday Night Live (SNL) in the pilot episode. A nod to one of his all-time favorite SNL sketches, the Easter egg was placed strategically for fans to see. It was a clever addition that depicted Jason’s comedy roots while adding a layer of depth for people who have followed his career for a long time.
The iconic locker room dance that joined the two worlds Jason Sudeikis in Ted Lasso (Credit: Apple TV+)
When the pilot episode showed Jason Sudeikis dancing with his team in the locker room, it wasn’t just a spontaneous celebration, it was...
While the show resonated with a broad audience, ardent Jason Sudeikis fans know that there was a subtle homage paid to Saturday Night Live (SNL) in the pilot episode. A nod to one of his all-time favorite SNL sketches, the Easter egg was placed strategically for fans to see. It was a clever addition that depicted Jason’s comedy roots while adding a layer of depth for people who have followed his career for a long time.
The iconic locker room dance that joined the two worlds Jason Sudeikis in Ted Lasso (Credit: Apple TV+)
When the pilot episode showed Jason Sudeikis dancing with his team in the locker room, it wasn’t just a spontaneous celebration, it was...
- 4/23/2025
- by Roma Dean
- FandomWire
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