“Saturday Night Live” recap: Olivia Rodrigo doubles as host and musical guest

Host Olivia Rodrigo is back at *Saturday Night Live* (SNL) as both host and musical guest for the first of the final three episodes of season 51. This is her second time hosting the show after previously serving as a musical guest during season 46. John Milhiser, a former cast member, reflects on rare instances of hosts pulling double duty, citing Lady Gaga, Miley Cyrus, and Drake as notable examples. Milhiser shares anecdotes about Cyrus’s early career, Drake’s hosting era, and a humorous encounter with Drake’s bodyguard. Rodrigo’s monologue highlights her favorite cast members from her high school days, including Sarah Sherman, Mikey Day, Kenan Thompson, and Chloe Fineman. She also performs spoofs of her music, including a comedic take on *Drivers License* set in a DMV. The show features sketches like a fake C-Span segment with Karoline Leavitt (Ashley Padilla) and Pete Hegseth, a surreal bedroom scene with alien characters, and a product-selling sketch with Daisy Rae Rutledge. Rodrigo performs several songs, including a new unreleased track, and interacts with other cast members like Deborah Harry and Connor Storrie. The episode also includes a Weekend Update segment covering recent headlines, including Spirit Airlines jokes, King Charles’ U.S. visit, and a feud between Alex Cooper and Alix Earle. The final segment features a musical performance by Marcello Hernandez and a brief appearance by Cory Booker.