Overview
- NBC announced the lineup during the Jan. 31 broadcast, which marked the show’s 1,000th episode.
- The appearance will be Connor Storrie’s first time hosting Saturday Night Live.
- SNL returns to air on Feb. 28 following a scheduled Winter Olympics break.
- Storrie’s profile has surged with Heated Rivalry’s success, as the series has been renewed and continues on HBO Max alongside his high-visibility appearances from late-night TV to the Olympic torch relay.
- Season 51 is reshaping its roster after departures including Bowen Yang, leaning into first-time hosts, while Mumford & Sons’ booking aligns with their Feb. 20 album release, Prizefighter.