Druski hosts SNL debut with Emma Stone appearing onstage

Comedian Druski made his Saturday Night Live debut, becoming the first internet content creator to host the show. During his opening monologue he noted the milestone and joked about the public’s perception of him.

"It is a dream to be hosting Saturday Night Live. Apparently, people are saying I’m the first internet content creator, social media influencer, only make you laugh on your phone, TikTok and YouTube and Instagram star to host this show," Druski said. He also referenced his background, saying the appearance was significant for someone who grew up as a "fat kid from the suburbs." "I am living proof you can bet on yourself and make your dreams come true," he added. The monologue featured a brief appearance by Emma Stone, who has been cast opposite Druski in the upcoming Universal Pictures rom-com The Catch, directed by Dave McCary. The two exchanged light-hearted remarks about their characters in the film. "Emma, what’s going on? I’m actually playing her love interest in the new movie that we just did," Druski said, to which Stone replied, "I think you might have misread that in those scenes because we weren’t love interests in the film." The episode also included a sketch that parodied the documentary You Can See Everything, with Druski portraying Elizabeth Holmes. Texas senator-elect James Talarico appeared in the cold-open, calling for changes to the show's opening sketches. Jeremy Culhane performed as Elon Musk during the Weekend Update segment. The Strokes served as the musical guest. Earlier in the week, it was announced that Druski signed a multi-year deal with Netflix, which will launch with the semi-scripted series Collect & Praise.