Ryan Gosling tapped by ‘SNL’ to host for fourth time
Ryan Gosling is returning to host “Saturday Night Live” on March 7 ahead of the release of his upcoming film “Project Hail Mary.” The Gorillaz join as musical guests.
An A-list heartthrob you’ve definitely seen in “The Notebook” and “La La Land” is hosting “Saturday Night Live” tonight.
Ryan Gosling, along with musical guest Gorillaz, has returned to Studio 8H for the sketch comedy series’ March 7 episode, weeks ahead of the release of his new science-fiction movie “Project Hail Mary.”
Based on Andy Weir’s novel “Project Hail Mary,” which follows a middle school teacher who is sent to space as the world comes to an end, hits theaters on March 20.
Gosling last hosted “SNL” in 2024, when he was promoting his action-comedy “The Fall Guy.”
Following the Saturday episode, the “Barbie” star, 45, will be just one appearance shy of joining the Five-Timers Club, an honor bestowed upon celebrities who have hosted the show at least five times.
Here’s what to know about Gosling’s fourth time hosting “SNL,” including how to watch.
When has Ryan Gosling hosted ‘SNL’?
Ryan Gosling made his “SNL” hosting debut in 2015 for Season 41 with musical guest Leon Bridges.
He returned to the 30 Rockefeller Plaza stage alongside musical guest Jay-Z for Season 43 in 2017.
Gosling’s third guest hosting stint came in 2024 for Season 49 when musical guest Chris Stapleton performed.
Who is the ‘SNL’ musical guest tonight?
Joining returning guest host Ryan Gosling on the “SNL” stage is Gorillaz, who are performing on the show for the first time.
Blur singer Damon Albarn has fronted the band since its 1998 roots. He’s long been accompanied by animated members named 2-D, Murdoc Niccals, Russel Hobbs and Noodle, who will join Albarn for the group’s “SNL” debut.
The band’s latest album, “The Mountain,” was released on Feb. 27.
How to watch ‘SNL’
New episodes of “Saturday Night Live” air at 11:30 p.m. ET / 8:30 p.m. PT on NBC, with episodes streaming the next day on Peacock. Old “SNL” episodes can be streamed anytime on Peacock.
Contributing: Brendan Morrow, USA TODAY
