Jake Paul Praises Olivia Rodrigo After Her Playful SNL Jibe About Their Disney Channel Days

Olivia Rodrigo delivered a lighthearted jab at her former Disney Channel co-star Jake Paul during her Saturday Night Live monologue on May 3, 2026, but the boxer took it in stride—even offering his praise for her success.

Rodrigo, who hosted and performed as the musical guest, reflected on her career during her opening remarks. She referenced her time on the Disney Channel series Bizaardvark, where she starred alongside Paul.

“We’d always talk about our futures, me and Jake,” Rodrigo said. “I’d say, ‘I really want to create music that explores the complexities of girls my age.’ And he’d say, ‘Well, one day, I really want to beat up old guys on Netflix.’ We both did it! Hooray!”

Paul responded on social media the following morning, embracing the joke with a post that read:

We had the vision i told you that you would sell stadiums out and then we both did proud of you fr https://t.co/7oiujtd0iK — Jake Paul (@jakepaul) May 3, 2026

His tweet included a laughing emoji, underscoring his good-natured reaction to Rodrigo’s playful dig.

Rodrigo’s Joke Rooted in Their Shared Disney Channel History

Rodrigo’s reference to Paul’s career stemmed from their time together on Bizaardvark, a Disney Channel sitcom that aired from 2016 to 2019. The show followed two teenage best friends who ran a viral video channel, and it launched Rodrigo’s acting career before her transition to music stardom.

Paul’s Boxing Career and Netflix Fight with Mike Tyson

Rodrigo’s joke also alluded to Paul’s high-profile boxing match against Mike Tyson, which took place in November 2024. At the time, Tyson was 58 and Paul was 27. The fight was streamed on Netflix, aligning with Rodrigo’s playful jab about Paul’s ambition to “beat up old guys on Netflix.”

Tyson later admitted in early 2025 that he only agreed to the fight out of fear of legal repercussions if he backed out. The match drew significant attention, further cementing Paul’s status as a crossover star between entertainment and sports.

Paul Defends Rodrigo’s Joke, Praises Her Success

When a social media user suggested Rodrigo was laughing at Paul rather than with him, the boxer clarified his stance:

I got that she was making a joke at my expense. So what. She’s on SNL and that’s what they are supposed to do. Doesn’t change my admiration of her and her success.

Paul’s response highlighted his support for Rodrigo’s achievements, including her sold-out stadium tours and her role as both host and musical guest on SNL.