This week Willem Dafoe hosts with musical guest Katy Perry. This is Willem’s first time hosting. I’ve never really seen him do comedy, but he has an intense, weird energy. This type of host actually makes things easy because (1) they’re committed, and commitment is half the battle in comedy, and (2) because they have a signature style, you can place them both against type and in familiar roles. Fans will enjoy it either way.
It’s been an awkward week for SNL cast members. Kanye West is allegedly spreading rumors about Pete. Candace Owens lied about Ego Nwodim’s looks. And Melissa Villaseñor reached out to Latino fans and let them know she’s working hard to get herself on the show (more on this later).