Morgan Wallen's 'SNL' Drama Stays Trending As Lip Reader Gets In On The Action

Morgan Wallen's mysterious "Saturday Night Live" exit is still making waves, and now, a lip reader is shedding light on what he may have said before vanishing offstage.

Despite sparking speculation, sources have maintained that there is no tension between the country singer and the show's network, NBC.

Morgan Wallen's move to abruptly leave the "SNL" stage and, or his post about "God's Country" caused a stir online with mixed reactions.

As the credits rolled on "Saturday Night Live," Wallen was seen briefly chatting with host Mikey Madison, sharing a quick hug before making a swift exit while the rest of the cast remained onstage.

His sudden departure fueled online speculation, but professional lip reader Nicola Hickling analyzed the exchange for Slingo and found that Wallen left positively.

"Thank you all so much," the country star reportedly told the cast and crew, adding that he had "a wonderful time." Page Six reported that as Wallen hugged Madison, she warmly replied, "Chatting to you was really good," before he walked away.

Meanwhile, Colin Jost was caught on camera jokingly telling someone, "You gotta remember how he is feeling," according to Hickling's analysis.

As Wallen's abrupt departure from the show fueled online chatter, even SNL insiders got in on the action. Josh Patten, a writer for the long-running sketch show, appeared to take a subtle jab at Wallen by posting a photo of a Krispy Kreme truck in New York City with its back doors wide open.

However, it was his caption that raised eyebrows. Patten cheekily copied Wallen's words verbatim from a now-expired Instagram Story he posted after skipping "SNL's" afterparty.

Instead of celebrating with the cast, Wallen opted for a quiet flight out, sharing a snap of his private jet and writing, "Get me to God's country."

Despite the apparent shade, Patten later clarified that he actually enjoys Wallen's music. To prove it, he posted a screenshot of his top Apple Music songs from 2023, showing Wallen high on the list.

Despite his unexpected exit, Wallen has not burned any bridges with NBC. The Blast reports that sources close to the network assured that there is no bad blood between the star and the show.

They noted that NBC would "totally have the country music star back on the show" in the future. NBC reportedly views the incident as "an awkward moment," but not one that signals any animosity.

"There wasn't a joke or a cast member that offended him," one insider revealed, referencing Wallen's Instagram story about his departure to "God's Country."

Those backstage reportedly mentioned that the atmosphere was without tension, with Wallen leaving in the same manner as during rehearsals, without staying for the usual closing segment.

This latest incident adds to a string of controversies that have shaped Wallen's career, which legal troubles have marked. The 31-year-old's first brush with the law dates back to January 2016 when he was arrested in Nashville, Tennessee, for driving under the influence.

The charge was ultimately dismissed by June of that same year. Fast forward to May 2020, when Wallen again found himself at the center of a public scandal. He was arrested for public intoxication and disorderly conduct outside Kid Rock's Honky Tonk bar in Nashville.

Allegedly, Wallen had been kicked out of the bar for kicking glass objects and causing a scene. While the charges were dismissed, the incident raised concerns about his behavior.

Despite getting in trouble several times, Wallen's legal woes continued to make headlines. However, after a December 2024 incident, the father-of-one was sentenced to seven days at a DUI education center rather than jail time for his reckless driving and DUI offenses. 

The Blast reported that the center offers "a state-of-the-art alternative sentencing for Tennessee DUI, reckless driving, and reckless endangerment offenders."

Wallen also faced a two-year probation period and was fined $350, with additional court fees. His attorney assured the court that Wallen regretted his actions and "remains committed to making a positive impact through his music and foundation."

With his abrupt exit sparking continued speculation, it is unclear whether Morgan Wallen will address it or leave the mystery unanswered.