Colman Domingo To Host SNL For First Time This Weekend

Colman Domingo will make his Saturday Night Live hosting debut this weekend, NBC announced Wednesday. The Emmy-winning actor, fresh off his Oscar-nominated performance in Rustin, will take the Studio 8H stage on April 16 alongside musical guest Lil Yachty.

The news sparked immediate excitement on social media, with Domingo trending on Twitter as fans celebrated his long-awaited SNL moment. The 54-year-old actor has built a reputation for charismatic roles in Euphoria, Fear the Walking Dead, and Zola, but this marks his first time leading the late-night sketch show.

Domingo’s hosting gig comes at a career high point. His portrayal of civil rights activist Bayard Rustin earned widespread acclaim, including a Best Actor nomination at this year’s Oscars. SNL producers reportedly sought him for months before locking in the date.

The episode will test Domingo’s comedic chops, though fans point to his scene-stealing turns in The Big Gay Sketch Show and Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom as proof he can deliver. NBC has not revealed which cast members will appear, but cameos from Domingo’s Euphoria co-stars could be possible.

Lil Yachty’s performance adds another layer of anticipation. The rapper, known for hits like "Minnesota" and "Poland," last appeared on SNL in 2023. His eclectic style could pair unexpectedly well with Domingo’s theatrical energy.

Saturday Night Live airs live at 11:30 p.m. ET on NBC and streams next-day on Peacock. With Domingo’s star power and a buzzy musical guest, this episode is poised to draw one of the season’s largest audiences.