Overview

• Scarlett Johansson hosted Saturday Night Live for the seventh time on May 17, 2025, becoming the most frequent female host in the show's history.
• During the Weekend Update segment, Michael Che publicly apologized to Johansson for a crude joke made during a previous joke swap involving her husband, Colin Jost.
• The episode included reflective sketches, such as a 'Piano Man' parody led by Johansson, celebrating the conclusion of SNL's milestone 50th season.
• Speculation about cast departures and leadership changes arose after the live broadcast ended abruptly, cutting off Johansson's closing tribute to Lorne Michaels.
• Musical guest Bad Bunny made his third appearance on SNL, participating in multiple sketches alongside Johansson and performing two songs.