Jack Doherty's ill-fated McLaren crash, which ultimately led to his ban on Kick, has now become prime material for a Saturday Night Live sketch. The incident, which occurred on October 5, 2024, saw Doherty lose control of his McLaren on a rainy highway, resulting in a collision with the guardrail.
The aftermath of the crash not only left his cameraman injured but also swiftly led to Doherty's channel being banned from Kick. This ban was later confirmed to be permanent, triggering a wave of responses from prominent figures in the influencer sphere.
Well-known Kick star xQc didn't mince words, labeling the situation as "diabolical" and criticizing the influencer's actions as "braindead." Similarly, 100 Thieves founder Nadeshot expressed a strong opinion, suggesting that Doherty should face legal consequences for being on his phone at the time of the accident.
Fast forward to October 12, when Saturday Night Live decided to poke fun at the viral mishap during its "Weekend Update" segment, featuring comedians Colin Jost and Michael Che.
"A YouTube sensation managed to wreck his $200,000 McLaren while live-streaming himself texting behind the wheel in the rain. The real tragedy? He survived," quipped comedian Colin Jost during the skit.
The segment quickly gained traction on social media, with users sharing a range of opinions on the SNL hosts' remarks.
"Finally, something genuinely funny from SNL," one user remarked.
"At least they didn't drop his name," noted another viewer.
"They really pushed the boundaries more than I expected," commented a third individual.
Following the accident and subsequent Kick ban, Jack Doherty has transitioned to streaming on Twitch. As of now, Doherty's streams attract an average of 132 viewers and typically last under five minutes each.
It remains uncertain whether Kick will entertain the idea of reinstating the influencer on the platform. However, Adin Ross hinted that he could facilitate Doherty's return if a hefty sum of $300,000 was paid.
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