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Morgan Wallen's Controversial SNL Exit

Country music singer Morgan Wallen's appearance on Saturday Night Live (SNL) ended abruptly when he left the stage before the show's closing credits, sparking controversy on social media. He then posted a photo on Instagram of himself on a private jet, fueling further criticism.

Fan Reactions and Criticism

Fans expressed their disapproval on X (formerly Twitter), calling his behavior “petty” and lacking self-control. Many pointed out the unusual nature of his departure, contrasting it with the typical behavior of musical guests and hosts. The Instagram post, showing his private jet, was also criticized as tone-deaf.

Wallen's Past Controversies

This incident is not Wallen's first brush with controversy. He was previously removed from SNL in 2020 for violating COVID-19 protocols, and he recently pleaded guilty to misdemeanor charges for throwing a chair off a bar roof, resulting in a DUI education program and probation.

SNL Performance and Subsequent Events

During the SNL episode, Wallen performed two songs from his upcoming album, "I'm the Problem." The Independent reached out to Wallen's representative for comment but has yet to receive a response.

Abrupt departure from the SNL stage
Controversial Instagram post featuring a private jet
Criticism from fans and social media users
Past controversies and disciplinary actions

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Morgan Wallen has made headlines for his quick exit from the Saturday Night Live set.

The 31-year-old singer was a musical guest on Saturday’s episode of the live program, which featured Mikey Madison as the host.

As the show came to a close, the Anora star thanked Wallen, who hugged her before quickly walking off stage.

However, his exit came before the broadcast was officially over, as the end credits were just starting to roll. Meanwhile, Madison stayed on the stage, as she was hugging and chatting with SNL cast members — as most hosts and musical guests do at the end of each episode.

Following the episode, the “Cowgirls” singer shared a picture on his Instagram Story of a private jet on a runway. “Get me to God’s country,” he simply wrote in the caption.

On X, fans are criticizing Wallen for his behaviour.

“Morgan Wallen proving once again he has ZERO self control...storming off the stage before the credits even rolled. Hope the tantrum was worth it because you'll NEVER be on SNL again,” one person wrote.

“Morgan Wallen is the first musical guest or host on SNL that I can recall who just walked off stage during 'goodnights' before the credits even started to roll,” another added.

A third wrote: “That was the strangest SNL ending credits I've ever seen? Stage empty...standing far behind them and Morgan Wallen just walking off before the credits even started rolling.”

Some people on social media also slammed Wallen for posting the photo of his private jet on Instagram.

“Morgan Wallen with a little more of the...petty loser s*** he so proudly displayed running offstage down the center aisle & right past the camera at SNL curtain call,” one fan tweeted. “This & the tone-deaf private jet flaunt couldn’t be more lame & undercutting coming from a country star.”

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The Independent has contacted a representative for Wallen for comment.

While on SNL last night, Wallen performed his song “I’m the Problem,” from his soon-to-be-released album of the same name. He also sang the song “Just in Case,” which is also from his new album.

Before last night, Wallen last appeared on SNL in December 2020. He was originally scheduled to host an episode of the show in October 2020, but was dropped from it after footage showed him partying without social distancing amid the COVID-19 pandemic. In the videos, he was seen kissing girls and taking shots following a college football game.

“I got a call from the show letting me know that I will no longer be able to play, and that’s because of Covid protocols, which I understand,” he said in an IGTV video at the time. “I’m not positive for Covid but my actions this past weekend were pretty shortsighted and they have obviously affected my long-term goals and my dreams.”

In December, Wallen pleaded guilty to misdemeanour charges after chucking a chair off the roof of a Nashville bar, which nearly hit two cops. The “I Had Some Help” singer was held in a DUI education center for seven days. He will also be on supervised probation for two years.