If you think Mick Jagger is only about rock anthems and swaggering stage moves—think again. Twelve years ago, the Rolling Stones frontman traded the mic for a script and shocked Saturday Night Live audiences with his unexpected comedic chops.
In a now-iconic sketch, Jagger played “Kevin,” a mild-mannered insurance broker on a night out with coworkers—one hilariously portrayed by Kristen Wiig. The twist? The group ends up at a karaoke bar where everyone is asked to impersonate Mick Jagger himself. Watching the real Jagger cringe at fake Jagger impressions is comedy gold.
But the kicker comes when “Kevin” finally breaks down—left alone and misunderstood—and belts out a slowed-down, soul-filled version of “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction.” The irony, the timing, the delivery—it all lands perfectly. The crowd loved it. And more importantly, so did Jagger.
This wasn’t Jagger’s only SNL comedic moment. In another memorable sketch from 2001, he plays himself backstage, consulting his mirror image—played by Jimmy Fallon—about what moves to pull onstage. The result? Pure hilarity, with Jagger proving once again he’s not afraid to poke fun at his iconic status.
What makes these sketches so memorable isn’t just the surprise factor—it’s Jagger’s complete lack of ego. He leans into the joke, plays off his persona, and reminds us that legends can laugh at themselves too.
Whether he’s rocking out on stage or riffing in a comedy sketch, Mick Jagger remains a master of performance—one who knows how to entertain in every sense of the word.
