Finn Wolfhard, best known for his role as Mike Wheeler in the hit Netflix series "Stranger Things," brought his charm and charisma to the stage of Studio 8H as the host of Saturday Night Live (SNL) on January 17. The episode marked a significant moment in Wolfhard's career, with many speculating about what comes next for the young actor.
Wolfhard's stint as host was notable for its strong performances by both him and his "Stranger Things" co-stars Gaten Matarazzo and Caleb McLaughlin in the opening monologue. The trio's comedic chemistry added a new layer to the classic sketch format, showcasing their talents beyond their on-screen personas.
The episode also featured A$AP Rocky as musical guest, who delivered an impressive performance that included a surprise cameo by film score composer Danny Elfman rocking out shirtless at 72 years old. Fans of both SNL and Wolfhard's show couldn't have been happier to see the talented young actor shining in such a big role.
The episode's success also highlighted the value of "Stranger Things" fans and Wolfhard's commitment to comedy, as his appearance was eagerly anticipated by many who follow his work. Now that he has wrapped up his time on Netflix, it remains to be seen where his career will take him next – but with performances like this one, expectations are high.
SNL's "Weekend Update" desk delivered hilarious commentary on current events, from politics and pop culture to sports and social issues, showcasing the show's signature wit and humor. A $AP Rocky took to the stage for a second time to perform his latest hits, further cementing his status as one of music's most exciting young stars.
For those who missed the episode or want to relive some of the highlights, SNL has made many clips from Wolfhard's performance available online, giving fans a chance to see their favorite moments over again.
Wolfhard's stint as host was notable for its strong performances by both him and his "Stranger Things" co-stars Gaten Matarazzo and Caleb McLaughlin in the opening monologue. The trio's comedic chemistry added a new layer to the classic sketch format, showcasing their talents beyond their on-screen personas.
The episode also featured A$AP Rocky as musical guest, who delivered an impressive performance that included a surprise cameo by film score composer Danny Elfman rocking out shirtless at 72 years old. Fans of both SNL and Wolfhard's show couldn't have been happier to see the talented young actor shining in such a big role.
The episode's success also highlighted the value of "Stranger Things" fans and Wolfhard's commitment to comedy, as his appearance was eagerly anticipated by many who follow his work. Now that he has wrapped up his time on Netflix, it remains to be seen where his career will take him next – but with performances like this one, expectations are high.
SNL's "Weekend Update" desk delivered hilarious commentary on current events, from politics and pop culture to sports and social issues, showcasing the show's signature wit and humor. A $AP Rocky took to the stage for a second time to perform his latest hits, further cementing his status as one of music's most exciting young stars.
For those who missed the episode or want to relive some of the highlights, SNL has made many clips from Wolfhard's performance available online, giving fans a chance to see their favorite moments over again.
! Finn Wolfhard absolutely killed it as host & those "Stranger Things" co-stars had some serious comedic mojo going on 
. A$AP Rocky brought his own fire to the stage & Danny Elfman's surprise cameo was pure magic 
I'm loving how Netflix is giving Wolfhard a platform to show off his hosting chops - fingers crossed he gets more opportunities in this area 
SNL always brings out the best in its guests and Wolfhard definitely did not disappoint 
that's dedication to the craft! i'm so stoked for finn wolfhard's future projects, he's got this 
it was literally a dream come true for all us Stranger Things superfans! He totally slayed as host & brought that same charm & charisma we love from Mike Wheeler to the SNL stage 
. And can we talk about how epic A$AP Rocky's musical performance was?! I mean, who knew Danny Elfman would rock out shirtless at 72? 
it was so cool to see them have fun like that, reminded me of when they were just kids on stranger things. a$ap rocky's performance was insane too, i love how danny elfman crashed the party at 72 
and now that wolfhard is done with netflix, we need him in more comedy roles ASAP 
that's just awesome. What really gets me is how much it says about Wolfhard as an actor and comedian that his fans were so hyped to see him host SNL 
he totally killed it as host of SNL! I mean, who wouldn't want to see Stranger Things cast members bring the funny on stage? 
Danny Elfman rocking out shirtless at 72 though... what can i say, age is just a number right? 
wolfhard's chemistry with his stranger things co-stars was on point 
and i love how snl celebrated the value of its fans - it's clear that wolfhard is committed to comedy 
his career is about to get so much more interesting 
He's definitely got the comedy chops, and I'm here for whatever comes next 
I'm so stoked for Finn's future projects and excited to see where his career takes him next. The way he's leveraging his "Stranger Things" fanbase is super smart, too. All in all, it was a fantastic episode of SNL that showcased some amazing talent 
.
I mean, who else can rock out shirtless and still have a pulse? 
. Now, I'm curious to see what he'll do next in his career... maybe we'll get more live performances or even a solo project? 
Either way, I'm excited to see where Finn goes from here!