Heated Rivalry Star Connor Storrie to Host SNL

Storrie will make his SNL hosting debut on February 28, with musical guest Mumford & Sons.

Mar. 3, 2026 at 3:39am

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Connor Storrie, the star of the hit show "Heated Rivalry," is set to host "Saturday Night Live" on February 28. Storrie, who has ties to the Los Angeles clown and improv communities, rose to fame after the November 2025 premiere of "Heated Rivalry." He will be joined by musical guest Mumford & Sons, who are returning to SNL for the fourth time.

Why it matters

Storrie's SNL hosting debut is a significant milestone in his rapidly rising career. The prestigious late-night sketch show is a coveted platform that can further boost the visibility and popularity of up-and-coming stars. Storrie's appearance on SNL is a testament to his growing fame and the success of "Heated Rivalry."

The details

Ahead of the live taping, SNL released a promo sketch that saw Storrie and cast member James Austin Johnson engaging in an accent battle, with Storrie showcasing his Russian accent from "Heated Rivalry." Marcello Hernandez and Ashley Padilla also joined Storrie in the pre-tape promo.

  • Connor Storrie will host SNL on February 28, 2026.
  • Mumford & Sons will return to SNL as the musical guest for the fourth time.

The players

Connor Storrie

The star of the hit show "Heated Rivalry" who is making his SNL hosting debut.

Mumford & Sons

The musical guest for the February 28, 2026 episode of SNL, returning to the show for the fourth time.

James Austin Johnson

An SNL cast member who appeared in a pre-tape promo sketch with Connor Storrie.

Marcello Hernandez

An SNL cast member who appeared in a pre-tape promo sketch with Connor Storrie.

Ashley Padilla

An SNL cast member who appeared in a pre-tape promo sketch with Connor Storrie.

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The takeaway

Connor Storrie's SNL hosting debut is a significant milestone in his rapidly rising career, showcasing his talents and the success of his hit show "Heated Rivalry" to a wider audience.