Colman Domingo Wonders About Switching to 'SNL UK' in Promo

The first-time 'SNL' host has some concerns about the sketches being pitched for his debut episode.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 7:08pm

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A dramatic black and white illustration featuring bold, angular geometric shapes and silhouettes, conveying the tense, uncertain energy of a first-time SNL host preparing for their debut.Colman Domingo's SNL hosting debut promises a behind-the-scenes look at the show's high-pressure, unpredictable creative process.NYC Today

In a new promo for his upcoming Saturday Night Live hosting debut, actor Colman Domingo expresses doubts about some of the sketch ideas being presented to him, at one point wondering if it's too late to switch to the UK version of the show. The two-time Oscar nominee and Emmy winner will host the April 11 episode, with musical guest Anitta making her first SNL appearance.

Why it matters

As a first-time SNL host, Domingo's reactions in the promo provide a glimpse into the behind-the-scenes process of preparing for the iconic live sketch comedy show, which is known for its high-pressure environment and unpredictable nature.

The details

In the promo, cast member Veronika Slowikowska pitches one lame sketch idea after another to Domingo, prompting him to wonder if he can still switch to the UK version of SNL. Things get worse when another cast member, Kam Patterson, shows up with another goofy notion. Domingo expresses his annoyance, noting that it's coming from someone who's 'spent his whole life around theater people'.

  • Colman Domingo will host Saturday Night Live on April 11, 2026.

The players

Colman Domingo

A two-time Oscar nominee and Emmy winner who is making his Saturday Night Live hosting debut.

Veronika Slowikowska

A cast member of Saturday Night Live who is pitching sketch ideas to Colman Domingo.

Kam Patterson

A cast member of Saturday Night Live who shows up with another goofy sketch idea.

Anitta

The musical guest for the April 11 episode of Saturday Night Live, making her first appearance on the show.

Lorne Michaels

The creator and executive producer of Saturday Night Live.

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What they’re saying

“Is it too late too late to switch to SNL UK?”

— Colman Domingo

“Maybe if I tell someone she tried to kiss me she'll get fired.”

— Colman Domingo

“This is so annoying, and that's coming from someone who spent his whole life around theater people.”

— Colman Domingo

What’s next

Colman Domingo will make his Saturday Night Live hosting debut on April 11, 2026, with musical guest Anitta.

The takeaway

Colman Domingo's reactions in the SNL promo highlight the high-pressure environment and unpredictable nature of the iconic live sketch comedy show, even for experienced performers like Domingo who are making their first appearance on the program.