'What a fun weekend!': When Sharon Stone made an unexpected cameo during Sam Smith's SNL performance

Viewers of Saturday Night Live were treated to a surprise when Oscar-nominated actor Sharon Stone joined Sam Smith during their performance of the title track from their upcoming album, "Gloria."

A Surreal Union of Music and Performance Art

In an elaborate music production complete with a choir, Stone brought an air of surrealism to the performance. Known for her starring role in the Sidney Lumet-directed 1999 movie "Gloria," Stone held the audience captivated as she lay on a bed throughout most of the song, dramatically rising towards the end.

Stone Returns in "Film Noir": From Seductress to Songstress

The star returned later for a cameo in the final sketch of the night, "Film Noir," where she played the seductress mother of host Aubrey Plaza's Black Widow. Smith released "Gloria" two days before their stint as the musical guest on the NBC sketch program, with the full album released on January 27.

Sharon Stone, who had previously hosted SNL in 1992 after the release of "Basic Instinct," was a global sensation. Amy Poehler, who made a coincidental appearance that night, had frequently impersonated her on the show.

Reflecting on the Night: "What a Fun Weekend!"

The morning after the performance, Stone took to Instagram to express her excitement. "What a fun weekend!" she wrote alongside pictures from Smith's "Glory" performance and Deadline’s coverage of it. She sent out love to Smith and expressed gratitude to NBC and her glam squad.

Looking back on Stone's performance on SNL, it's clear to see her charisma and versatility. From lying on a bed during a song to playing a seductress in a film noir sketch, Stone once again proved why she's a legend in the industry.

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