Comedian and digital sketch‑creator Druski has been announced as the next host of “Saturday Night Live,” a move that marks the first time the long‑running NBC series has tapped an exclusively online talent who has not yet achieved a traditional television crossover.
Druski, whose real name is Drew Massey, built his reputation through short‑form comedy videos that have amassed millions of views across platforms such as YouTube and Instagram. His selection follows a pattern of the show courting internet personalities, but he is distinct from previous digital alumni like Issa Rae and Quinta Brunson, who had already secured mainstream TV success before joining SNL.
The network’s decision signals a willingness to experiment with new forms of comedy and to reach younger audiences that consume content primarily online. By appointing Druski as the “master of ceremonies,” producers hope his viral sensibility will translate into fresh material for the live‑audience format.
Industry observers note that the appointment is “the most interesting move in quite some time” for the sketch‑comedy institution, highlighting a shift toward embracing creators whose fame originates on digital platforms rather than traditional media pipelines.
Druski’s hosting stint is slated for an upcoming episode later this season, where he will deliver the opening monologue and appear in a series of sketches, marking a historic first for the show’s relationship with the digital creator community.
<small>Source: Variety — read the original story there.</small>
