sentences:  One early sign of the show's popularity occurred on the October 2, 1993 episode of the sketch comedy show, "Saturday Night Live", which parodied the second-season cast's recurring arguments over cliquism, prejudice and political differences.The show also gained widespread attention with its third season, "", which aired in 1994, and depicted the conflict between David "Puck" Rainey, a bicycle messenger criticized for his poor personal hygiene, and his roommates, most notably AIDS activist Pedro Zamora.As the show increased in popularity, Zamora's life as someone living with AIDS gained considerable notice, garnering widespread media attention.