Recently, Jimmy Fallon brought back the fan-favorite segment “Ew!” on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon with the help of guests Sabrina Carpenter and Zoë Kravitz. The sketch, which aired on Aug. 22, featured Sara (with no H because H’s are “Ew!”), Lucy Garret (Kravitz), and Hailee Robinson (Carpenter) as they showcased their friendship bracelets, danced to “Espresso,” and hilariously rejected a stepdad offering panini sandwiches.
A Blast from the Past
“Ew!” was a segment that had stopped airing but had previously included appearances by top celebrities like Taylor Swift and Ariana Grande. In the sketch, Kravitz and Carpenter’s characters make a grand entrance down the stairs to chat with their summer camp bunkmate, Sara. They discuss the looming dread of returning to school and touch on their shopping experiences. Hailee even jokes about her dad trying to take her to Target, but she’s too embarrassed to be seen with him in public.
During the sketch, the trio proudly shows off their friendship bracelets, following the popular “Verydemure” TikTok trend. They discuss the designs of their bracelets in an amusing and quirky manner, showcasing their unique personalities. The interaction between the characters is filled with humor and awkward charm, adding to the overall entertainment value of the segment.
An Unwelcome Interruption
As the girls attempt to recreate their camp talent show dance to “Espresso,” they are hilariously interrupted by Sara’s stepfather, Gary. His unexpected rendition of “Kumbaya, My Lord” and his innocent offer of lunch disrupt the girls’ groove and add a comedic twist to the sketch. His obliviousness to the girls’ preferences and his enthusiastic cooking descriptions create a humorous contrast to the girls’ antics.
After Gary is promptly kicked out by Sara, the trio engages in a lightning round of “Ew!” The rapid-fire responses and playful banter between the characters wrap up the sketch with a fun and energetic conclusion. The segment as a whole captures the essence of adolescence, complete with awkward moments, quirky fashion choices, and the relatable feeling of dreading going back to school.
The resurrection of “Ew!” on The Tonight Show provided a nostalgic and entertaining look at the hilarity of teenage life. Through the clever dialogue, comedic timing, and silly dance routines, the segment offered a lighthearted take on the awkwardness of growing up. Despite the cringeworthy moments and exaggerated personalities, “Ew!” managed to charm audiences and elicit laughter, making going back to school a little less “Ew!”