Finn Wolfhard to host ‘SNL’
The ‘Stranger Things’ star will kick off 2026 for the late-night show.
During Ariana Grande’s episode on Saturday night, SNL announced that it will return on Jan. 17, 2026. And who’ll be hosting that episode?
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Who’s hosting?
Finn Wolfhard
Have they hosted before?
Nope. It’ll be the Stranger Things star’s first time hosting SNL.
Who’s the musical guest?
A$AP Rocky
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