SNL Returns This Weekend with Jack Black as Host

The actor will join the Five-Timers Club with his fifth hosting gig.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 8:19pm

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After a few weeks off the air, Saturday Night Live is back this weekend with a new episode hosted by actor Jack Black. Black, who is promoting his latest film Anaconda with Paul Rudd, will be joining the prestigious Five-Timers Club with his fifth time hosting the show.

Why it matters

SNL is one of the longest-running and most iconic sketch comedy shows on television. Hosting the show five times is a major milestone that only a select group of celebrities have achieved, putting Black in the company of other comedy legends.

The details

Black's episode will air this Saturday, April 6th, at 11:30pm ET/PT on NBC and will be available to stream the next day on Peacock. In addition to Black's hosting duties, the episode will feature musical guest Jack White, leading some fans to hope the show leans into the 'Jack' theme with special sketches or a surprise crossover.

  • The last new episode of SNL aired on March 14th.
  • Black's episode will air on April 6th, 2026.

The players

Jack Black

An American actor, comedian, musician, and producer who is set to host SNL for the fifth time, joining the prestigious Five-Timers Club.

Paul Rudd

Black's co-star in the new film Anaconda.

Jack White

The musical guest for Black's SNL episode.

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What’s next

Fans will have to tune in on Saturday, April 6th to see if the show incorporates the 'Jack' theme into any of the sketches or if there are any surprise crossovers between Black and White.

The takeaway

Jack Black's return to SNL as a five-time host is a testament to his enduring comedic talent and status as a beloved entertainment icon. His milestone achievement puts him in the company of other legendary performers who have reached this level of success on the iconic sketch comedy show.