Scarlett Johansson closes out ‘SNL' season 50 with record-breaking return to the studio that changed her life
Scarlett Johansson hosts SNL for the seventh time on May 17, closing out Season 50 with a record-breaking appearance that cements her status as the most frequent female host in Saturday Night Live history
Scarlett Johansson's historic 'SNL' hosting return is more than just another Saturday Night
By the time cameras roll on May 17 at Studio 8H, Scarlett Johansson will have made history again. Returning for her seventh stint as host of Saturday Night Live , Johansson is not just closing out Season 50 of the iconic NBC comedy series, she is cementing her place as the show's most frequent female host of all time.But for Johansson, SNL is not just another gig. It is where she met her husband, 'Weekend Update' co-anchor Colin Jost. The couple, married since 2020, now share one child, with Johansson also co-parenting another with ex-husband Romain Dauriac. Her May 17 return is more than just a comedy milestone, it is a full-circle moment in her personal and professional life.
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Season 50 finale marks a milestone for Scarlett Johansson
When SNL airs its Season 50 finale live on NBC at 11:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, May 17. Johansson will surpass comedy legends Drew Barrymore and Tina Fey in the female hosting ranks. The star first took the SNL stage back on January 14, 2006. Over the years, she has become a familiar and versatile figure on the sketch show, handling absurd comedy, political parody, and heartfelt monologues with equal ease.
According to NBC, Alec Baldwin remains the all-time most frequent host with 17 episodes, while Steve Martin follows closely with 16. But Johansson's name now officially sits atop the leaderboard for female hosts, a testament to her continued relevance in Hollywood and enduring popularity with both audiences and cast members.This season's finale is also a timely promotional boost for Johansson, who headlines the upcoming film Jurassic Park Rebirth .Bad Bunny brings the music to the Season 50 finale
The SNL Season 50 finale will also feature a musical performance from Bad Bunny, who returns to the show after making headlines for his dual role as host and performer in October 2023. The chart-topping rapper and reggaeton star, known for hits like 'Tití Me Preguntó,' will take the stage as musical guest on May 17.
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Born Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, Bad Bunny first appeared on SNL in 2021. His return adds star power to a finale already rich in cultural moments by blending comedy, music, and milestone history in a single night.
Who's who in the current 'SNL' cast?
This landmark SNL season has blended fresh faces with seasoned performers. Returning cast members for Season 50 include Michael Che, Mikey Day, Andrew Dismukes, Chloe Fineman, Heidi Gardner, Marcello Hernández, James Austin Johnson, Colin Jost, Michael Longfellow, Ego Nwodim, Sarah Sherman, Kenan Thompson, Devon Walker, and Bowen Yang.New additions this season are Ashley Padilla, Emil Wakim, and Jane Wickline who have already started carving out their space in the show's fast-paced sketch world.In terms of political impressions, James Austin Johnson reprised his portrayal of Donald Trump, while Bowen Yang stepped in as fictional Vice President JD Vance. Maya Rudolph returned briefly to play Vice President Kamala Harris, giving longtime fans a nostalgic boost.
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As Saturday Night Live wraps up its 50th season, Scarlett Johansson's return underscores the show's long legacy of launching careers, shaping culture, and sometimes, sparking lifelong love.
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