- Will Ferrell has joined Saturday Night Live’s Five-Timers Club after hosting for a fifth time.
- Five celebrities — Ben Affleck, Candice Bergen, Will Ferrell, Woody Harrelson and Jonah Hill — have each hosted SNL five times.
- SNL airs its final episode of the year on Dec. 20, with Ariana Grande returning as host and Cher making a guest appearance.
H2: Who’s in SNL’s Five-Timers Club?
Saturday Night Live keeps a running tally of frequent hosts, and a new wave of repeat visitors has pushed several stars into the coveted Five-Timers Club. The list highlighted in the latest roundup includes Ben Affleck, Candice Bergen, Will Ferrell, Woody Harrelson and Jonah Hill — each credited with hosting the show five times.
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Ben Affleck — Affleck reached his fifth SNL hosting gig in 2013. Over the years he’s mixed dramatic roles with comedic turns on the sketch show, often landing memorable sketches and monologues.
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Candice Bergen — The actress and producer has hosted SNL five times, a reflection of her long career and recurring appeal to the show’s producers and audience.
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Will Ferrell — A former cast member and one of SNL’s most famous alumni, Will Ferrell logged his fifth time as host in 2019. Ferrell’s return to the stage remains newsworthy given his status as an SNL icon and his memorable characters from his cast days.
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Woody Harrelson — Harrelson officially joined the five-timers club when he hosted his fifth episode on the Feb. 25, 2023 show. His easygoing presence and comic timing have made him a reliable return guest.
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Jonah Hill — Hill hit five hosting turns in 2018. Known for both dramatic and comedic work, he’s proven to be a versatile SNL host.
H3: Why the Five-Timers Club Matters
Reaching five hosting appearances is a milestone on SNL. It signals a performer’s strong rapport with the show’s creative team and an ability to deliver diverse sketches and monologues. For former cast members like Will Ferrell, frequent returns are also a nod to their lasting influence on SNL’s comedic legacy.
H3: What to Watch Tonight (Dec. 20)
SNL is airing its final episode of the year on Dec. 20. Ariana Grande returns to host for her third time, promising musical and sketch highlights, and pop legend Cher will also make an appearance. With repeat hosts and special guests, the season-closing episode is expected to blend nostalgia with fresh material.
H4: Quick Takeaway
The Five-Timers Club is a snapshot of SNL’s relationships with major stars. Will Ferrell’s fifth hosting credit cements his place among recurring favorites, and the Dec. 20 episode offers another chance to see familiar faces and surprise moments.
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Sources: SNL episode credits and network announcements.
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