Connor Storrie to Host SNL, Mumford & Sons as Musical Guest

Rising star of 'The Heated Rivalry' set to make 'SNL' debut on February 28th

Apr. 12, 2026 at 10:00am

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Connor Storrie, the rising star of the hit show 'The Heated Rivalry', is set to make his debut as the host of 'Saturday Night Live' on February 28th. Storrie will be joined by musical guest Mumford & Sons for the highly anticipated episode.

Why it matters

Storrie's 'SNL' hosting gig marks a significant milestone in his career, as he transitions from a little-known working actor to a major celebrity. His involvement in the clown scene in Los Angeles also adds an intriguing element to his debut.

The details

Prior to his breakout role in 'Joker: Folie à deux', Storrie's best-known part was as Young Inmate. However, he has since gained recognition for his work on 'The Heated Rivalry', which was even spoofed on a previous 'SNL' episode. The high demand for personal ticket requests for Storrie's appearance suggests his debut will be a memorable one.

  • Connor Storrie will host 'SNL' on February 28th, 2026.
  • 'SNL' will be off air until February 28th, 2026, and airs live on NBC and Peacock, Saturdays at 11:30 p.m. ET/8:30 p.m. PT.

The players

Connor Storrie

The rising star of the hit show 'The Heated Rivalry', who is set to make his debut as the host of 'Saturday Night Live' on February 28th.

Mumford & Sons

The musical guest for Connor Storrie's 'SNL' debut episode.

Lorne Michaels

The creator and executive producer of 'Saturday Night Live'.

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The takeaway

Connor Storrie's 'SNL' debut is a significant milestone in his career, as he transitions from a relatively unknown actor to a major celebrity. His involvement in the clown scene in Los Angeles adds an intriguing element to the episode, and the high demand for tickets suggests it will be a memorable event for fans of late-night comedy.