Marcello Hernández’s Impression Of Kevin Hart Made Al Roker Laugh So Hard That He Had To Apologize

During a promotional appearance on The Today Show, Hernández performed an impression of Hart that prompted Al Roker to laugh hysterically and later apologize, according to CinemaBlend.

Marcello Hernández’s Kevin Hart Impression on The Today Show

The interaction occurred as Hart and Hernández appeared on The Today Show to promote their first professional collaboration. According to CinemaBlend, the Saturday Night Live star gave the anchors a demonstration of Hart’s mannerisms and speech patterns. The bit resulted in significant off-camera laughter from Al Roker, who felt the need to apologize for his reaction during the segment.

The chemistry between the two comedians marks their first time working together. While Hart has a well-documented comedic partnership with Dwayne Johnson, this project pairs him with a newer generation of sketch comedy talent from the SNL cast.

Cast and Production Details for 72 Hours

The film 72 Hours features a wide ensemble of comedic and dramatic talent. According to CinemaBlend, the cast includes fellow Saturday Night Live performers Ben Marshall and Kam Patterson. The production also stars Mason Gooding, Teyana Taylor, Michael Mando, Zach Cherry, Mike Epps, Andy Garcia, and Kevin Dunn.

The project is a Netflix original and requires a subscription for viewing upon its release this Friday.

Comedy Backgrounds of Hart and Hernández

Hart and Hernández operate in different spheres of the comedy industry, though both have ties to Saturday Night Live. Hart last hosted the sketch series in 2017. Hernández is a more recent addition to the show, having joined the cast in 2022.

The pairing in 72 Hours represents a crossover between Hart’s established stand-up and film brand and the current SNL ensemble. CinemaBlend notes that while the two appear to have an immediate rapport, this film is their first official joint venture.