The popular entertainment show “Saturday Night Live” is gearing up for its upcoming episode on January 20, featuring Jacob Elordi as the host and Reneé Rapp as the musical guest.
Elordi, currently making waves as the lead in the Amazon MGM Studios film “Saltburn” and showcasing his talent in the A24 feature “Priscilla” where he embodies the persona of American icon Elvis Presley, has gained recognition. Notably, he’s acclaimed for his portrayal of Nate Jacobs in the HBO series “Euphoria” and his previous role as the romantic interest in the Netflix films, “The Kissing Booth.” His performances in both “Saltburn” and “Priscilla” have sparked attention within the awards circuit. Recently, Elordi participated in Variety’s esteemed Actors on Actors series alongside Colman Domingo.
Joining the SNL stage as the musical guest, Rapp, a multifaceted singer-songwriter and actor, unveiled her latest album titled “Snow Angel.” Her upcoming role in the anticipated “Mean Girl” musical adaptation, where she takes on the iconic character of bully Regina George, has further solidified her presence in the entertainment realm. Rapp garnered a substantial following for her contributions to the HBO series “The Sex Lives of College Girls” and through her spontaneous performances showcased on her personal TikTok account.
Throughout the current season of “Saturday Night Live,” an array of prominent figures have graced the show, including Emma Stone, Jason Momoa, Pete Davidson, Bad Bunny, Nate Bargatze, and Timothee Chalamet as hosts. Musical guests have included Ice Spice, the Foo Fighters, and Boygenius, with Bad Bunny impressively assuming the dual role of host and performer. Notably, singer Tate McRae showcased her talents during Momoa’s episode. Moreover, the season has witnessed a string of surprise celebrity appearances, with notable figures like Kristen Wiig, Mara Rudolph, Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce, Pedro Pascal, Lady Gaga, Mick Jagger, Alec Baldwin, Christopher Walken, and others making cameo appearances, adding to the excitement at 30 Rock.
