Renowned actor Adam Driver, recognized for his versatile talents, including his roles in Girls and acclaimed films like Marriage Story and BlacKkKlansman, recently showcased yet another skill during his monologue as the host of Saturday Night Live on December 9.
In a humorous and festive setting, Driver expressed his excitement for the holiday season, declaring Christmas as his favorite time of the year. He shared a personal tradition of creating a Christmas list and revealed his unique connection with Santa Claus. To the surprise of many, he unveiled his proficiency as a piano player, taking a seat at the piano on the Studio 8H stage.
During this delightful moment, Driver humorously addressed Santa, emphasizing that he, in fact, plays the piano himself, dismissing any notion of a substitute musician. Displaying his dexterity, he joked about his “very big hands” before entertaining the audience with a playful piano performance.
Turning 40 this year, Driver incorporated humor into his Christmas list, requesting five pairs of chinos and humorously expressing interest in a “giant metal Tesla truck” to complement his sense of humor. Maintaining his deadpan delivery, he added a quirky wish for a gingerbread house, humorously pondering whether the gingerbread man gets scared realizing the house is made of his own skin.
As the monologue unfolded, viewers were treated to a glimpse of Driver’s musical talents beyond acting. Having attended The Juilliard School for acting, he disclosed in a previous interview that he is musical and grew up singing in church choirs and playing the piano. While not a regular public performer, he has showcased his musical abilities in various projects, including singing in the 2013 film Inside Llewyn Davis alongside fellow SNL host Oscar Isaac and Justin Timberlake.
Adam Driver’s surprise piano performance added an extra layer to his hosting duties on SNL, revealing yet another facet of his multifaceted talent.
