“Saturday Night Live U.K.” has revealed the hosts for the last two episodes of its inaugural season: Hannah Waddingham and Ncuti Gatwa.
Waddingham, known for “Ted Lasso” and “Ride or Die,” hosts the May 9 edition with Brit Award winner Myles Smith as the musical guest.
Gatwa, whose credits include “Doctor Who,” “Sex Education” and “Barbie,” headlines the May 16 installment alongside indie-pop singer Holly Humberstone.
The sketch show’s next episode will be hosted by “White Lotus” star Aimee Lou Wood with British singer Meek as the musical guest. Prior hosts and musical performances include Nicola Coughlan with Foo Fighters, Jack Whitehall with Jorja Smith, Riz Ahmed with Kasabian, Jamie Dornan with Wolf Alice and Tina Fey with Wet Leg.
“SNL U.K.” has just two more episodes to go in its first season, which was extended from six to eight shows ahead of its premiere. The show has not yet been renewed for a second season.
Alongside the rotating weekly host, “SNL U.K.” stars Hammed Animashaun, Ayoade Bamgboye, Larry Dean, Celeste Dring, George Fouracres, Ania Magliano, Annabel Marlow, Al Nash, Jack Shep, Emma Sidi and Paddy Young.
“SNL U.K.” is produced by Universal Television Alternative Studio’s U.K. production team and Broadway Video for Sky and NOW. Lorne Michaels is executive producing, James Longman will serve as lead producer, Liz Clare as director and Daran Jonno Johnson takes as head writer.
Alongside airing live on Sky and streaming service NOW, “SNL U.K.” is available to watch the next day on Peacock in the U.S.
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