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Druski Hosts Saturday Night Live for First Time

Druski made his hosting debut on Saturday Night Live, with Emma Stone making a surprise appearance during the show.

Emma Stone Joins Druski During His ‘SNL’ Hosting Debut
Source: The Hollywood Reporter

Emma Stone made a surprise appearance during Druski's hosting debut on Saturday Night Live, lending her support to the online content creator.

Druski kicked off his monologue by acknowledging that he was making history as the first internet content creator to host the show, sparking laughter from the audience.

In a lighthearted tone, Druski referenced comments made about him, jokingly saying "people say a lot of things" and adding that some claim he looks like a lesbian. He also quipped that he might be on Ozempic, a medication for diabetes, though this could be speculation rather than fact.

As the host acknowledged, there are only two main rules to follow during his stint: no profanity and no whiteface. Druski humorously stated that he couldn't promise to adhere to the latter rule, adding some levity to the moment.

Druski's monologue took a heartfelt turn as he expressed gratitude for being given the opportunity to host SNL, saying it was "a huge moment" in his life. He also credited his family in attendance for their unwavering support.

The audience laughed at Druski's humorous remarks, and Emma Stone's appearance added an extra layer of excitement to the evening as she joined Druski on stage.

Druski's career has experienced significant growth in recent years, and he acknowledged this during his hosting debut on Saturday Night Live (SNL). He expressed gratitude for the opportunities he's received and hinted at a sense of responsibility to repay those who have supported him.

The comedian shared that he had recently finished filming his first movie with Emma Stone, which added an element of excitement to the evening. This project is part of Universal Pictures' upcoming romantic comedy, The Catch. Druski's involvement in this film marks a milestone in his career, as it represents his first foray into feature-length movies.

During the show, Druski brought Emma Stone on stage, and they reminisced about their time working together on The Catch. Druski playfully claimed that he was playing her love interest in the movie, which sparked a lighthearted exchange between the two actors.

Emma Stone responded to Druski's claim by jokingly saying that she had initially thought his character might have misread their scenes. However, she revealed that it now made sense why he kept looking at her in certain ways during filming.

The Catch is set to be directed by Dave McCary, who is also married to Emma Stone and has worked as a segment director on SNL in the past.

Druski made history as the first creator to ever host Saturday Night Live (SNL), a milestone that marked his hosting debut on the show. The Strokes performed as the musical guest for this historic episode. Druski's appearance on SNL is a significant step in his career, having previously established himself through online performances and sketches.

Before becoming a household name, Druski built a reputation online by creating and sharing comedic content. He has since expanded into television with roles in Grown-ish and film with House Party. Additionally, Druski hosted the BET Awards this June and recently signed a multi-year deal with Netflix, which will see him star in the upcoming comedy series Collect & Praise.

Other notable hosts for season 51 of SNL include Jalen Brunson, Dakota Johnson, Shane Gillis, and Inde Navarrette. Upcoming host John Mulaney will take to the stage on November 14 alongside musical guest Phoebe Bridgers.

Facts based on reporting originally published by The Hollywood Reporter.

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