Katy Perry has responded to backlash following criticism of her new music, tour and Blue Origin space flight earlier this month, writing in a social media comment that she’s felt “battered and bruised” but has “kept looking to the light.” On April 14, the pop star was part of an all-female crew — also including …

Quinta Brunson sashayed onto the main stage looking like Betty Boop, ready for her sophomore stint hosting Saturday Night Live. She gave passing glance to her brief tenure working a phone sex line before moving onto the driving bit of her monologue.

After being introduced by Brunson, Boone began his performance of American Heart single “Sorry I’m Here For Someone Else” with daredevil backflip off a stage prop. Impressed by the by move, Brunson smiled in full approval. Seeing Brunson’s reaction Boone leaned into the movement by serenading her during the track’s opening verse.