Host of "Saturday Night Live". Colin Jost he looked visibly stunned when the studio audience erupted in cheers after he mentioned Luigi Mangionethe alleged killer of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, during the show's Dec. 21 "Weekend Update" segment.

Mangione currently faces federal charges along with a New York state murder charge in connection with Thompson's death. Despite the allegations, he quickly amassed a polarizing fan base online, with many social media users expressing conflicted admiration for the murder suspect, often focusing on his "hot" looks.

Colin Jost, who is married to an actress Scarlett Johanssonseemed taken aback when the audience responded with rapturous applause upon hearing Luigi Mangione's name.

After the audience applauded, Jost, who looked around unsure of how to react to the applause, finally said, "Yeah...definitely wow."

"You stand for justice, don't you?" he asked.

He proceeded to continue the joke, delivering the key line: “Luigi Mangione has given up his extradition fight and has been transferred from Pennsylvania to New York to face more charges. In related news, Bumble has exploded.”

According to The Independentas of Thursday morning, Luigi Mangione reportedly received 54 emails, 87 pieces of mail and 163 deposits into his commissary account - an inmate fund used to purchase items while incarcerated. While a spokesperson confirmed the extent of the support, they declined to reveal the total amount of money currently in Mangione's account.

On December 4, 2024, UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was tragically shot outside the Hilton Midtown Hotel in New York City, Manhattan, where he was attending an investor event. The shocking incident reverberated in corporate and political circles, raising concerns about security measures and the motives behind such a calculated attack.

A nationwide manhunt for Mangione ensued, lasting five days until his arrest in Altoona, Pennsylvania. After his arrest, authorities discovered a 3D-printed firearm, a silencer, fake identification documents and a handwritten manifesto. The manifesto reportedly detailed Mangione's deep resentment toward the health insurance industry, offering insight into a potential motive.

This isn't the first time Luigi Mangione has been mentioned on "Saturday Night Live."

“We have Luigi… you know. And that's good. I'm really sorry for the family. I mean, everybody's fixated on how good this guy looks,” Rock said. “If he looked like Jonah Hill, nobody would care. They already gave him a chair. You'd be dead, OK?”

The joke is apparently about comparing Mangione to "21 Jump Street" co-star Jonah Hill Dave Francoand his brother, James Franco.

Last week, Colin Jost pointed out the irony of a suspected killer's apparent anger at corporate America, but still choosing to visit Starbucks and McDonald's.

“They found a note about (Mangione) expressing anger at corporate America,” Jost said. “However, he went to Starbucks before the shooting, and then he was caught at McDonald's.”

Then he delivered the key line: "So perhaps his greatest crime was hypocrisy."

Luigi Mangione pleaded not guilty to murder and terrorism charges in a New York state court on Monday.

During the trial, Mangione faced 11 charges at the state level, including murder as an act of terrorism. In addition to these charges, he also faces federal charges of stalking and murder, felonies that could potentially result in the death penalty if convicted.

Prosecutors allege Mangione shot Thompson in midtown Manhattan before fleeing the scene. After an extensive manhunt, authorities arrested him at a McDonald's in Pennsylvania.

Mangione appeared in court wearing a maroon sweater, white collared shirt and khaki pants. The courtroom was packed with journalists and members of the public, including a significant number of young women. Some attendees reportedly told CBS, the BBC's American partner, that they were there to show their support for the accused.