Sabrina Carpenter sparked controversy during her appearance on Saturday Night Live on October 18.
As a third-time guest on SNL, Carpenter hosted and performed as a musical guest, navigating quick changes, multiple sets, and live sketches.
During her monologue, Carpenter addressed the controversy surrounding her album cover,
Man’s Best Friend, which features a puppy on the back cover.
The album's artwork had sparked debate over whether it appealed to the male gaze or was a riot against it, with some arguing that Carpenter's innuendos were setting women back 50 years.
Author's summary: Sabrina Carpenter sparks controversy on SNL.