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Skarsgård Hosts Milestone SNL Episode with Mixed Reviews

2/3/2026

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Summary

Story summary

On January 31, 2026, Alexander Skarsgård hosted the 1,000th episode of Saturday Night Live, with Cardi B as musical guest.
The episode featured the "Immigrant Dad Talk Show" with Stellan Skarsgård making two appearances.
Pete Davidson returned as Border Czar Tom Homan in a cold open about ICE in Minneapolis.
The sketch critiqued ICE operations and training, while Homan urged accountability.
The episode received mixed reviews overall.

History

Historical Context

Saturday Night Live (SNL) debuted in 1975, revolutionizing television comedy with stars like Chevy Chase and Gilda Radner. Over the years, SNL has tackled pressing social issues, including immigration policies, notably critiquing ICE in 2018. As it approaches its 1,000th episode in 2026, SNL continues to shape American cultural discourse, reflecting public sentiment and holding government agencies accountable.

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Story summary

On January 31, 2026, Alexander Skarsgård hosted the 1,000th episode of Saturday Night Live, with Cardi B as musical guest.
The episode featured the "Immigrant Dad Talk Show" with Stellan Skarsgård making two appearances.
Pete Davidson returned as Border Czar Tom Homan in a cold open about ICE in Minneapolis.
The sketch critiqued ICE operations and training, while Homan urged accountability.
The episode received mixed reviews overall.

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