Quinta Brunson To Return As ‘Saturday Night Live’ Host With Musical Guest Benson Boone
Quinta Brunson is returning to host Saturday Night Live again.
The Abbott Elementary star and creator will host for the second time on May 3 with musical guest Benson Boone, who is making his debut on the sketch comedy series.
The news of the upcoming host/musical guest combo was announced during Saturday night’s show featuring host Jon Hamm with musical guest Lizzo. Kieran Culkin also made an appearance during Hamm’s opening monologue.
Other hosts this season have included Ariana Grande, John Mulaney, Michael Keaton, Jean Smart, Nate Bargatze, Bill Burr, Charli XCX, Paul Mescal, Chris Rock, Martin Short, Dave Chappelle, Timothée Chalamet, Shane Gillis, Lady Gaga and more.
The news of who will host the final two episodes of Season 50 on May 10 and May 17 has yet to come.
Brunson previously made her hosting debut on April 1, 2023. In her opening monologue, she revealed that she had been dreaming about hosting the NBC sketch show since she was a kid. She also ended a message advocating for teachers, telling the crowd: “Please, remember how important teachers are. Acknowledge the work they do every day and for the love of God, pay them the money they deserve.”
