Sábado Gigante Christmas Special

Marcello Hernández returns as Don Francisco to host a Christmas-themed edition of the legendary variety show Sábado Gigante. The sketch features all the hallmarks of the original show: rapid costume changes, the beloved mascot El Chacal, energetic dancers, and absurdly chaotic game show antics. Paul Rudd plays Greg, a contestant who doesn't speak Spanish and is trying to reunite with his family for Christmas. However, in true Sábado Gigante fashion, Don Francisco has other plans and instead gifts him a "nueva familia" (new family) - complete with Dana Carvey as a surprise cameo. The sketch is performed largely in Spanish with English interjections, capturing the wild energy and unpredictable nature of the iconic variety show that ran for decades. Christmas chaos ensues with festive characters, rapid-fire hosting, and the show's signature over-the-top enthusiasm.

The sketch authentically recreates elements of the real Sábado Gigante, which was one of the longest-running variety shows in television history. Performed largely in Spanish on mainstream American television, showcasing SNL's commitment to diverse comedy. Features the return of El Chacal, the show's beloved mascot character. The video garnered 1,824,664 views and 41,129 likes on YouTube. Duration: 5:19. Don Francisco (Mario Kreutzberger) gave his blessing to SNL's parody of his show.