Excitement is in the air as NBC announces that rising star Jenna Ortega will make her debut as a host on the legendary sketch comedy series, Saturday Night Live. Ortega, best known for her titular role on Netflix’s hit show Wednesday, has been making waves in the entertainment industry, and this upcoming gig will be a crowning achievement for the talented young actress.
The episode is set to air on March 11, 2023, and will feature 1975 as the musical guest. This will be the second time the popular band has graced the SNL stage, and they are sure to bring the house down with their electrifying performance.
The news was met with excitement from Ortega, who took to Twitter to share the announcement with her followers. “See you then,” she wrote, alongside a smiley-face emoji.
This season of SNL has featured an array of memorable pairings, including Pedro Pascal and Coldplay, Michael B. Jordan and Lil Baby, Aubrey Plaza and Sam Smith, Austin Butler, and Lizzo, and the duo of Steve Martin and Martin Short, co-hosting with Brandi Carlile as the musical guest.
Ortega’s rise to stardom has been nothing short of impressive. Her role in Wednesday has cemented her as one of the most popular young actresses in the industry, and her appearance on SNL is a testament to her talent and hard work. The show has been a massive hit for Netflix, quickly rising to become one of the most-watched shows in the streaming platform’s history. The show’s success has paved the way for a second season, and Ortega will be returning to reprise her role as Wednesday Addams.
Ortega has also made a name for herself on the big screen, with roles in various genre films. Last year, she joined the Scream franchise in the fifth film, and she is set to reprise her role in Scream VI, which hits theaters on March 10. In addition, she had a notable role in the second season of Netflix’s You, though she was unable to return for the third season due to her commitments to Wednesday.
Catch Jenna Ortega hosting SNL on March 11, 2023, on NBC. The episode will also be made available for streaming on Peacock, along with past episodes of Saturday Night Live, on March 12. With her infectious energy and undeniable talent, Ortega is sure to bring down the house and make this an episode of SNL that fans won’t soon forget.
