“Saturday Night Live U.K.” has announced British comedian Jack Whitehall as the host for its upcoming April 11 episode. Accompanying him will be R&B artist Jorja Smith, who will perform as the musical guest.
About Jack Whitehall
Jack Whitehall, known for his engaging humor, first gained fame as a panelist on the comedy game show “A League of Their Own.” He has also appeared in the Netflix docuseries “Travels With My Father.”
Jorja Smith’s Musical Performance
Jorja Smith recently released her second album, titled “Falling or Flying,” in 2023. In addition, she is set to headline the All Points East Festival in London this August, sharing the stage with Tems.
“SNL U.K.” Series Details
The British version of the classic U.S. series began airing on March 21. The premiere episode featured Tina Fey as the host and Wet Leg as the musical guest. Following that, Jamie Dornan hosted the second episode, which included performances by Wolf Alice.
Riz Ahmed will host the episode on April 4, accompanied by Kasabian. “SNL U.K.” is designed to run for eight episodes, with a brief hiatus after the initial episodes. The series will resume on April 25.
Performance and Reception
- The first episode received positive reviews and solid ratings on Sky.
- The second episode, hosted by Jamie Dornan, saw a slight drop in viewership.
Scott Bryan from Variety noted that “SNL U.K.” finds its strength in embracing British comedic styles. He commented, “The sketches are darker and more surreal than its U.S. counterpart, with humor that is more deadpan.” Bryan also appreciated the blend of live television unpredictability with traditional sketch comedy elements.
