Druski Hosts Saturday Night Live With The Strokes as Musical Guest

Druski, whose given name is Drew Desbordes, was the inaugural internet creator to present an episode of Saturday Night Live. He began sharing videos on Instagram in 2017 and has since built an audience of more than 13 million followers through comedy, characters and impressions, as well as stand-up and sketches.

The episode drew on guest appearances throughout the show. In the opening sketch, James Talarico appeared opposite Donald Trump, played by James Austin Johnson. Emma Stone joined Druski during his monologue; she is set to star with him in the upcoming film The Catch, directed by her husband, Dave McCary.

The Strokes performed twice, including “Going Shopping” during their second appearance. Actor Walton Goggins joined the band to play bongos. The group, led by Julian Casablancas, was making its fifth appearance on the program, after first performing there in 2002. Both songs came from its latest album, Reality Awaits.

The closing moments featured Dave Chappelle and Chris Rock alongside Druski as the credits rolled. Michael B. Jordan and Austin Butler were also visible among the people gathered in the background. The episode included sketches, a monologue, musical performances and appearances at the Weekend Update desk.