Here’s a bold statement: Saturday Night Live just dropped a country sketch that’s equal parts hilarious and heart-wrenching—and it’s all about missing your ex’s dad. Yes, you read that right. ‘I Miss My Ex’s Dad’ is the latest musical parody from SNL, and it’s already sparking conversations about the unexpected bonds we form in relationships. But here’s where it gets controversial: what if the connection with your ex’s parent outlasts the romance itself? Is that weird, relatable, or both?
In this pre-taped sketch from the November 15, 2025 episode, hosted by the charismatic Glen Powell, new cast members Ben Marshall and Tommy Brennan transform into a convincingly twangy country duo. Their mission? To croon about the dads they can’t stop thinking about—long after their daughters are out of the picture. Powell and fellow SNL veteran Kenan Thompson play the beloved fathers who’ve left an indelible mark on these heartbroken (yet oddly specific) men.
The lyrics are both absurd and oddly poignant. ‘Haven’t felt the same since you’ve been gone / Everyone else just feels so wrong,’ Marshall and Brennan harmonize, before dropping the punchline: ‘Oh man, I miss my ex’s dad.’ And this is the part most people miss: the duo doubles down on their affection, praising everything from the dads’ Crocs and ponytails to their grills and cardigans. ‘I don’t miss his daughter at all, which I know is bad / I just miss my ex’s dad,’ they confess, blurring the lines between humor and emotional truth.
But the sketch takes an even sharper turn when the dads (Powell and Thompson) chime in with their own verse: ‘I wish her new boyfriend was dead.’ Is this dark humor, or a subtle commentary on the complexities of familial bonds? It’s a question worth debating.
What makes this sketch stand out isn’t just its comedic timing or catchy melody—it’s the way it captures a surprisingly universal experience. How many of us have found ourselves oddly attached to someone’s parent, sibling, or even pet after a breakup? It’s awkward, it’s human, and SNL nails it with their signature blend of wit and warmth.
Rounding out the episode, musical guest Olivia Dean made her Saturday Night Live debut, delivering soulful performances of ‘Man I Need’ and ‘Let Alone the One You Love.’ But let’s be honest—it’s the country duet about ex-dads that’ll have everyone talking.
So, here’s the big question: Is it okay to miss your ex’s family more than your ex? Let us know in the comments—and while you’re at it, sign up for our weekly rundown to stay in the loop on all things pop culture. Because if SNL teaches us anything, it’s that laughter (and a little controversy) is the best way to start a conversation.
