The “Saturday Night Live” Twitter account has offered a sneak peek of Jim Carrey as Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden and Maya Rudolph as running mate Kamala Harris ahead of the pair’s debut together this Saturday.
The teaser offers a behind-the-scenes look at the makeup and wardrobe needed for 58-year-old Carrey to transform into 77-year-old Biden. Rudolph has portrayed the California senator before on the series.
Producer Lorne Michaels tells Vulture that Carrey in part pursued the role:
“There was some interest on his part. And then we responded, obviously, positively. But it came down to discussions about what the take was. He and Colin Jost had a bunch of talks. He and I as well. He will give the part energy and strength… Hopefully it’s funny.”
“SNL” will be hosted by Chris Rock Saturday when the show makes its return to Studio H8 for the 46th season. He will be joined by musical guest Megan Thee Stallion and a live studio audience.
Ladies and gentlemen…
Joe Biden and Kamala Harris. #SNLPremiere pic.twitter.com/khYgAvXKpw— Saturday Night Live – SNL (@nbcsnl) October 1, 2020