Hollywood’s Elite Shine in SNL’s Five-Timers Club
New York, NY—"Saturday Night Live" (SNL) continues to celebrate its legacy with a prestigious group of alumni, known as the Five-Timers Club. This exclusive cohort includes icons like Martin Short, Bill Murray, and Ben Affleck, all of whom have hosted the show five times, earning them a coveted velvet smoking jacket. However, a select few have transcended this milestone, with Alec Baldwin taking the lead, hosting an impressive 17 times. His portrayal of Donald Trump garnered him an Emmy in 2017.
Steve Martin follows closely with 16 appearances, while John Goodman has graced the stage 13 times. Goodman, who humorously noted his initial audition for SNL as "the worst thing he had ever done," has become a staple of the show’s comedic fabric. Tom Hanks, credited with coining the term "Five-Timers Club," has hosted 10 times, while Buck Henry was the first to reach this milestone.
Following closely behind the heavyweights, Scarlett Johansson is set to make her seventh appearance after tonight’s episode, which famously led to her meeting husband Colin Jost. John Mulaney, a former SNL writer, has hosted six times, as has beloved actor Danny DeVito.
SNL’s allure remains strong, with other frequent faces like Chevy Chase, who hosted eight times since his departure, and Christopher Walken, known for his iconic sketches, having hosted seven times. Notable figures such as Tina Fey and Elliot Gould have hosted six times, cementing their places in SNL history.
As the show continues to evolve, these comedians and actors embody the spirit and humor that have made "Saturday Night Live" a staple of American television. Keep an eye on this illustrious group as new members are sure to make their mark in the years to come.
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