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Ryan Gosling Hosts SNL Again with Gorillaz Debut!

2/13/2026

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Gosling Hosts SNL

Ryan Gosling (actor) will host Saturday Night Live for the fourth time on March 7, 2026, with Gorillaz making their SNL debut.
The episode airs days before Gosling's film opens on March 20, 2026 and is expected to attract comedy and music fans.
Gosling previously hosted SNL in 2015, 2017, and 2024.
Gorillaz will perform songs from their upcoming album The Mountain, releasing February 27, 2026.

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Historical Context

Saturday Night Live (SNL) premiered on October 11, 1975, hosted by George Carlin, and quickly transformed American television comedy with its live format and celebrity hosts. Over the decades, SNL has launched the careers of many comedians and addressed significant social issues, maintaining its relevance in public discourse, as seen with Ryan Gosling's upcoming hosting and John Oliver's segment on immigration.

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Gosling Hosts SNL

Ryan Gosling (actor) will host Saturday Night Live for the fourth time on March 7, 2026, with Gorillaz making their SNL debut.
The episode airs days before Gosling's film opens on March 20, 2026 and is expected to attract comedy and music fans.
Gosling previously hosted SNL in 2015, 2017, and 2024.
Gorillaz will perform songs from their upcoming album The Mountain, releasing February 27, 2026.

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