Check out Derek Jeter as he plays Alfonso Soriano’s Wife on Saturday Night Live – Yankee Wives (2001). This skit on SNL also features Yankees – David Cone and David Wells. The Yankee Captain is one of many sports stars who have appeared on Saturday Night Live (SNL). The list is highlighted by the following athletes: Lance Armstrong, Charles Barkley, Tom Brady, George Foreman, Jeff Gordon, Wayne Gretzky, Hulk Hogan, LeBron James, Derek Jeter, Michael Jordan, John Madden, Peyton Manning, Joe Montana, Walter Payton, The Rock, Bill Russell, Deion Sanders, O.J. Simpson, George Steinbrenner, Fran Tarkenton, and Bob Uecker.
In remembering his SNL appearance, Jeter was quoted saying, “I was scared to death … I really was.” Jeter also stated that hosting was enjoyable, but initially didn’t realize how big of a commitment it would be.
The video below is a classic – Enjoy!