Fans react to Paul Mescal in SNL Gladiator musical

Story by Emma Wilkes

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Beloved actor Paul Mescal sends fans into a frenzy with his SNL debut, starring in a musical twist on the classic Gladiator film.

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Mescal's performance in the SNL Gladiator musical was inspired by the popular 'Glicked' phenomenon, blending the gritty action of the original with the high-energy showmanship of Broadway.
The musical's ending took a page straight out of the Wicked playbook, delivering an unexpected and delightfully over-the-top finale that left audiences cheering for more.

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