“Stranger Things actor to host first Saturday Night Live of 2026”

As the popular series Stranger Things comes to an end on New Year’s Eve, actor Finn Wolfhard wasted no time in securing a new opportunity. He recently announced that he would be hosting the first episode of Saturday Night Live in 2026, alongside rapper A$AP Rocky.

Fans of Stranger Things can look forward to seeing Finn Wolfhard take on the role of Saturday Night Live host, ushering in the new year with his hosting debut on January 17. Alongside him, A$AP Rocky will be making his debut as a musical performer on the show, having previously made a cameo in 2018 during Donald Glover’s hosting gig.

Finn’s upcoming appearance on SNL marks a significant moment in his career, especially after ending his run on Stranger Things with the final episode airing on New Year’s Eve. Interestingly, Finn has a connection to Saturday Night Live, as he starred in Jason Reitman’s Saturday Night movie as an NBC page, which depicted the show’s first night in 1975.

During a press interview, Finn expressed his excitement about potentially bringing back the popular Underground Rock Festival sketch, which he found particularly humorous while watching it recently. This sketch featured hosts announcing a lineup of random bands, and Finn believes it would be a fun addition to the show.

Meanwhile, fans recently enjoyed the SNL holiday special hosted by Ariana Grande, which featured various sketches, including one that subtly critiqued a government official. The show also saw Bowen Yang, a standout cast member, announcing his departure after seven seasons on the show.

Amidst the changes happening at Saturday Night Live, Finn Wolfhard’s upcoming hosting gig promises to bring a fresh and exciting energy to the show, setting a positive tone for the new year. As fans eagerly anticipate his debut, they can expect to be entertained by Finn’s charisma and talent on the iconic late-night comedy show.