Finn Wolfhard's SNL Monologue: The Genital Joke That Upset Fans

Finn Wolfhard, star of Stranger Things, found himself at the center of controversy during his recent Saturday Night Live hosting gig. In his opening monologue, he made a joke referencing women’s genitals, using a comedic comparison that many viewers deemed inappropriate. The comment quickly drew backlash online, with a clip of the moment going viral and sparking widespread discussion across social media. Finn Wolfhard’s joke on SNL that triggered backlash During his Saturday Night Live monologue, Finn Wolfhard made a provocative joke that immediately caught viewers’ attention. He quipped that he first “learned what a woman looks like down there” while working on Stranger Things, a remark that was delivered in his characteristic deadpan humour. To heighten the comedic effect, the show cut to a clip of a howling Demogorgon, the terrifying monster from the series, implying a humorous, over-the-top reaction. While some viewers found the joke absurd and in line with Wolfhard’s quirky humor, others felt it was inappropriate, arguing that referencing women’s genitals in this way crossed a line. Watch the video here: Internet thinks the joke was not right and vulgar Taking to X, one wrote, “They took it to far should have been no jokes like this.” Another added, “Thats why he is my least fav character in Stranger Things...Dude till today thinks he is a hero.” A third went on to add, “Idk how it took me this long to realize that ST super fans are some of the most obnoxious people on the internet.” Finn Wolfhard on SNL Finn Wolfhard, widely recognized for his role as Mike Wheeler on Netflix’s Stranger Things, made his hosting debut on Saturday Night Live on January 17, 2026, in the show’s first episode of the year. In his opening monologue, he humorously reflected on growing up in the spotlight, joking about the challenges of transitioning from child actor to adult, including moments like his voice changing on set. The segment turned nostalgic when co-stars Caleb McLaughlin and Gaten Matarazzo surprised him on stage, earning cheers and applause as they celebrated their shared journey from young performers to adulthood.