The April 13 episode of Saturday Night Live, hosted by Ryan Gosling and featuring musical guest Chris Stapleton, proved to be a ratings success. After a week of cross-platform viewing, the episode drew 8.9 million viewers and a 2.0 rating in the adults 18-49 demographic. This marks the show’s best numbers in both categories since December 2021. The episode’s success was not limited to television viewership; it also garnered a significant following on social platforms, with 170 million video views over seven days. The episode’s popularity was driven by several memorable moments, including a sketch with Gosling and Emily Blunt, a wardrobe malfunction that caused cast member Heidi Gardner to break down laughing, and a performance by Taylor Swift featuring Gosling and Blunt.