US EditionLily Allen Brings Out Dakota Johnson as ‘Madeline’ on ‘SNL’
Dakota Johnson’s surprise role as Madeline highlighted Lily Allen’s acclaimed album West End Girl, which includes songs speculated to reflect her breakup with David Harbour.
- On December 13, Dakota Johnson, actor, surprised viewers by appearing as `Madeline` during Lily Allen's second song on Saturday Night Live.
- Allen returned after nearly 19 years to Saturday Night Live to promote West End Girl, performing two tracks including the standout `Madeline`, which fuels speculation about the unnamed partner referenced on the album.
- Performing beneath hazy pink lights, Dakota Johnson, mostly hidden behind a sheer curtain, narrated Madeline's texts before emerging to nearly kiss Lily Allen, wearing a $900 Bode teddy dress.
- The cameo intensified public and media speculation about who `Madeline` represents, amplifying attention on the album's narrative as Lily Allen prepares a sold-out West End Girl tour next March.
- Allen has insisted `Madeline` is a fictional composite rather than one person, with critics lauding West End Girl including a four-star review from NME and praise from Variety reviewer Chris Willman.
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