Kristen Wiig

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Kristen Wiig's Epic Fifth SNL Hosting Stint: A Legendary Night of Laughter and Cameos

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Kristen Wiig shines as she joins the SNL Five-Timers Club with a star-studded lineup of guests including Matt Damon, Ryan Gosling, and more!

Kristen Wiig made waves as she hosted "Saturday Night Live" for the fifth time, cementing her status in the exclusive Five-Timers Club. The night was filled with laughter and surprises as Hollywood heavyweights like Matt Damon, Ryan Gosling, and Jon Hamm made special appearances, welcoming Wiig to the elite club. Even Lorne Michaels joined in the fun, initiating Wiig into the prestigious group with style. Musical guest Raye added to the excitement, making it a night to remember.

One of the highlights of the evening was Kristen Wiig's iconic characters making a comeback, including Sue and Aunt Linda, delighting fans with their hilarious antics. The episode showcased Wiig's comedic genius and versatility, proving once again why she is an SNL legend. The star-studded lineup of cameo appearances added an extra layer of entertainment, with Paul Rudd, Will Forte, and Martin Short adding to the comedic mix.

In a touching moment, Wiig received her coveted Five-Timers jacket from her fellow hosts, creating a heartwarming and memorable scene. The episode was a testament to Wiig's enduring talent and comedic prowess, leaving audiences in stitches and garnering praise from fans and critics alike. Kristen Wiig's fifth SNL hosting stint was truly a legendary night of laughter and camaraderie.

In a fun twist, Kaia Gerber, star of "Palm Royale," made her debut on SNL alongside Wiig, adding a fresh and exciting element to the star-studded episode. The episode not only celebrated Wiig's comedic legacy but also showcased the show's ability to attract top talent and create unforgettable moments for viewers.

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Matt Damon, Ryan Gosling Welcome Kristen Wiig to SNL Five ... (Variety)

Kristen Wiig joined the "Saturday Night Live" Five-Timers Club as she hosted the show's April 6 episode. Musical guest is Raye.

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Kristen Wiig Welcomed to 'SNL' Five-Timers Club With Cameos ... (Hollywood Reporter)

Matt Damon, Jon Hamm, Martin Short and more also made special appearances during the sketch comedy show's monologue, with musical guest Raye.

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Ryan Gosling, Matt Damon & More Crash Kristen Wiig's 'SNL ... (Deadline)

Kristen Wiig returned to Saturday Night Live to host the show for the fifth time, which meant she would be inducted into the five-timers club.

Ryan Gosling, Matt Damon and even Lorne Michaels initiate Kristen ... (KEYT)

By Alli Rosenbloom, CNN (CNN) — Kristen Wiig got inducted into the coveted “Saturday Night Live” five-timers club in style this weekend when she.

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6 sidesplitting characters that prove Kristen Wiig is an 'SNL' legend (CNN)

Kristen Wiig as Sue and Leslie Jones during the "Surprise Lady: Thanksgiving" sketch on the November 19, 2016 episode of "Saturday Night Live." Will Heath/NBC ...

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'SNL' Monologue: Kristen Wiig Gets Her 'Five-Timers' Jacket from ... (Rolling Stone)

With appearances by Jon Hamm, Paul Rudd, Matt Damon and Martin Short, among others.

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Kristen Wiig's Aunt Linda Returns To 'SNL' For First Time In 14 Years (OMG! Canada)

Aunt Linda returned for some new movie reviews. Kristen Wiig's angry, middle-aged film critic was back on SNL's Weekend Update to give her hot take on ...

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SNL Video: Kristen Wiig Puts Women Through a Stretchy, Bendy ... (OMG! Canada)

Kristen Wiig is here to make you sweat… whether you like it or not. This week's Saturday Night Live featured a faux trailer for a horror movie where two ...

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Saturday Night Live recap: Kristen Wiig enters 5-timers club with star ... (EW.com)

Ryan Gosling, Paul Rudd, Matt Damon, Jon Hamm, Will Forte, Martin Short, Fred Armisen, and Paula Pell all cameoed 'Saturday Night Live' to welcome host ...

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Kaia Gerber Appears On 'SNL'; 'Palm Royale' Star Debuts Alongside ... (Yahoo Canada Shine)

Ahead of starring in SNL 1975, Jason Reitman's period comedy feature, Kaia Gerber is getting a feel for Studio 8H. Gerber joined her Palm Royale co-star ...

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Kristen Wiig joins 'SNL' Five-Timers Club with celebrity friends (Hero Complex)

The "Palm Royale" actor was the host and undisputed star even in an episode packed with celebrity cameos, including Jon Hamm, Will Forte, Paula Pell, ...

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Kristen Wiig Hosts 'SNL' With Help From a Few Famous Friends (The New York Times)

Matt Damon, Ryan Gosling, Paul Rudd, Jon Hamm, Martin Short, Paula Pell, Fred Armisen and Will Forte all turned out to help induct Wiig into the show's ...

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Kristen Wiig Shines in a Sea of Stars on a Delightful SNL (Paste Magazine)

Wiig's monologue was where all the guys came out to goof around, with fellow Five-Timers Club hosts Paul Rudd and Jon Hamm joined by Martin Short, Matt Damon, ...

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Ryan Gosling, Matt Damon and even Lorne Michaels initiate Kristen ... (CNN)

Kristen Wiig got inducted into the coveted “Saturday Night Live” five-timers club in style this weekend when she hosted the long-running NBC sketch show for ...

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SNL: Kristen Wiig's Aunt Linda Returns to Trash The Bear and Barbie (TheWrap)

Kristen Wiig brought back her beloved Aunt Linda character on "SNL" this week, and she definitely didn't like "The Bear" or "Barbie"

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Paul Rudd, Ryan Gosling and more stars welcome Kristen Wiig to ... (USA TODAY)

Kristen Wiig joined the "Saturday Night Live" Five-Timers Club in a monologue packed with celebrity cameos by Paul Rudd, Matt Damon and Ryan Gosling.

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Kristen Wiig Joins Five-Timers Club in Star-Studded 'SNL' (Vulture)

Kristen Wiig joined SNL's five-timers club this week, with a star-studded monologue filled with non-fiver-timers like Matt Damon, Fred Armisen, Will Forte, ...

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Watch Kristen Wiig's Saturday Night Live Monologue and Sketches ... (NBC)

Wiig's return to Studio 8H was a star-studded, laugh-packed affair that proved she's one of the best to ever do it. Watch every sketch below.

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Saturday Night Live: Kristen Wiig returns to steer season's funniest ... (The Guardian)

The ex-cast member hosts for the fifth time and leads an imperfect yet mostly successful episode with returning characters and star cameos.

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Kristen Wiig Returned to 'SNL' with New Tricks and Famous Cameos ... (Exclaim!)

The NCAA March Madness basketball tournament was covered by the TBS crew, with James Austin Johnson, Devon Walker and Kenan Thompson playing Ernie Johnson, ...

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Kristen Wiig Refuses to Play Her 'SNL' Hits — And That's A Good ... (Cracked.com)

Wiig left nearly all of her old characters in the past where they belong.

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Kristen Wiig Worries About Getting 'Jumanji'd' on 'SNL' (Vulture)

Kristen Wiig refused to play a board game on this week's 'SNL,' out of fear of being Jumanji'd. 'A game doesn't have to be Jumanji for that game to Jumanji ...

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SNL Video: Kristen Wiig Puts Women Through a Stretchy, Bendy ... (Yahoo Canada Sports)

Kristen Wiig is here to make you sweat… whether you like it or not. This week's Saturday Night Live featured a faux trailer for a horror movie where two ...

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Kaia Gerber Appears On 'SNL'; 'Palm Royale' Star Debuts Alongside ... (Deadline)

Ahead of starring in SNL 1975, Jason Reitman's period comedy feature, Kaia Gerber is getting a feel for Studio 8H.

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Kaia Gerber Makes SNL Debut Alongside Palm Royale Co-star ... (PINKVILLA)

Actors Kaia Gerber, Finn Wolfhard and Andrew Barth Feldman have been added to the cast of SNL 1975. The trio have boarded the movie based on the real-life ...

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'SNL' Recap, Season 49, Episode 16: Kristen Wiig and Raye (Vulture)

Kristen Wiig leads an all-star cast to this season's best episode. Read more in Vulture's recap of last night's 'Saturday Night Live,' hosted by Kristen ...

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Kristen Wiig Joins 'SNL' Five-Timers Club With Cameos From Ryan ... (Billboard)

The actress and comedian returned to Studio 8H on April 6, marking her fifth time hosting the long-running sketch comedy show. During her opening monologue, the ...

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Ryan Gosling, Matt Damon and even Lorne Michaels initiate Kristen ... (WCVB Boston)

Matt Damon, Ryan Gosling, Jon Hamm, Martin Short, Paul Rudd, Will Forte, Fred Armisen and "SNL" creator Lorne Michaels all appeared during this week's ...

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Ryan Gosling, Matt Damon and even Lorne Michaels initiate Kristen ... (KCRA Sacramento)

Matt Damon, Ryan Gosling, Jon Hamm, Martin Short, Paul Rudd, Will Forte, Fred Armisen and "SNL" creator Lorne Michaels all appeared during this week's ...

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Ryan Gosling, Matt Damon, and Jon Hamm Boost Kristen Wiig's ... (Vanity Fair)

Paul Rudd, Fred Armisen, Will Forte, and Martin Short also dropped in for the "Palm Royale" star's fifth time as host.

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