Can You Match the SNL Hosts to the Sketches They Were In?
Written by Mike Bedard
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Saturday Night Live has had all kinds of celebrities serve as hosts over the years. In fact, they have starred in some of the most memorable sketches. See if you can remember which celebrity was in which sketch.
From Tom Hanks to Christopher Walken, Saturday Night Live has had some incredibly talented celebrities serve as hosts. They often star in the sketches audiences remember most. In this quiz, you will be given the name or description of a sketch to see if you can remember which host was in it.
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Question 1
Which actor portrayed the titular David S. Pumpkins in the now famous Halloween sketch?
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ATom Hanks
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BAl Pacino
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CBradley Cooper
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DTom Cruise
Tom Hanks
David S. Pumpkins became a hit from the moment he came on screen. It certainly helped that he was played by the always lovable Tom Hanks.
Question 2
In this 2018 episode of SNL, which actor helped make the digital short "Friendos" a sketch to remember?
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AChadwick Boseman
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BMichael B. Jordan
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CDonald Glover
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DSamuel L. Jackson
Donald Glover
Donald Glover had a banner year in 2018. In addition to appearing in "Friendos," he also debuted his new song, "This Is America."
Question 3
On two separate occasions, which actress has gone on SNL to rap about her hardcore gangsta life?
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AMargot Robbie
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BJennifer Lawrence
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CMila Kunis
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DNatalie Portman
Natalie Portman
Natalie Portman wanted to send her "good girl" image out the door with "Natalie Raps." She did a similar sketch again in 2018.
Question 4
When this actress hosted SNL for the first time, she had to listen to Chris Farley play a guy who "lived in a van down by the river."
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AMelissa Joan Hart
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BLiv Tyler
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CChristina Applegate
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DWinona Ryder
Christina Applegate
One of the most famous SNL sketches of all time involves Chris Farley playing Matt Foley. Christina Applegate had to listen to his sad, sad life.
Question 5
In the Blue Oyster Cult sketch, which SNL host said the famous line, "I got a fever, and the only prescription is more cowbell!"
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AChristopher Walken
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BLiam Neeson
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CRobert De Niro
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DArnold Schwarzennegger
Christopher Walken
In the sketch, Blue Oyster Cult cannot get through a single recording without their vibrant cowbell player busting in. Christopher Walken lets the other guys know that the cowbell is really what sells the song.
Question 6
In a classic SNL sketch, Chris Farley competes with this host to become the next Chippendales dancer.
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APatrick Swayze
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BSylvester Stallone
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CDenzel Washington
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DTom Cruise
Patrick Swayze
Patrick Swayze was a heartthrob in the '90s. That is what made it so funny when he had to go up against Chris Farley for the role of a Chippendales dancer.
Question 7
Debbie Downer was a recurring character on SNL. On her most famous sketch, which host had to listen to her discuss depressing topics while at Disney World?
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AJessica Biel
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BHillary Duff
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CMegan Fox
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DLindsay Lohan
Lindsay Lohan
Part of what made this particular Debbie Downer sketch so memorable was the fact the cast could not help but laugh. Rachel Dratch's performance certainly made Lindsay Lohan crack a smile.
Question 8
There are many classic Wayne's World sketches. What band does Wayne and Garth get to meet because Garth's cousin Barry (played by Tom Hanks) introduces them?
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APearl Jam
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BMetallica
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CAerosmith
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DNirvana
Aerosmith
Wayne's World was so popular, it eventually spun off into two movies. It is easy to see why, considering it gained the approval of rock legends Aerosmith.
Question 9
Which host was part of "Space: The Infinite Frontier with Harry Caray"? He had to listen to Will Ferrell talk about why people refer to him as Whiskers.
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AJeff Goldblum
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BAnthony Hopkins
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CJonathan Taylor Thomas
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DLeonardo DiCaprio
Jeff Goldblum
Jeff Goldblum did not even crack a smile sitting next to Will Ferrell. This sketch is filled with hilarious quotes from the one-and-only Ferrell.
Question 10
This SNL alum came back to host the show years later, this time portraying Sarah Palin in numerous sketches.
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ACheri Oteri
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BMaya Rudolph
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CTina Fey
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DAmy Poehler
Tina Fey
Many people expected Tina Fey to return to play Sarah Palin, considering how similar the two look. Fey was more than happy to oblige.
Question 11
Which frequent host of SNL played Pete Schweddy in a classic sketch where he talked all about his favorite holiday dish: Pete's Schweddy Balls?
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AChristopher Walken
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BBill Murray
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CAlec Baldwin
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DTom Hanks
Alec Baldwin
Alec Baldwin has been on SNL numerous times over the years and not always necessarily as a host. Baldwin sat alongside Ana Gasteyer and Molly Shannon - they all played the sketch to perfection.
Question 12
This actor came back to host SNL and starred as the titular Mr. Bunting in the Dead Poet's Society parody "Farewell, Mr. Bunting"?
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AWill Forte
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BBill Hader
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CFred Armisen
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DDavid Spade
Fred Armisen
Fred Armisen returned to SNL to host in 2016. Armisen's deadpan style sells the humor perfectly.
Question 13
The title of this sketch is simply "News Report." However, this beautiful actress plays the wife of a rather unimpressive fellow (played by Mikey Day), and everyone in the newsroom is flabbergasted that they are together.
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AEmma Stone
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BEmma Watson
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CMargot Robbie
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DScarlett Johansson
Margot Robbie
SNL knew exactly how to incorporate Margot Robbie into a sketch. The show she hosted had a lot of standout moments, but this sketch in particular really makes an impact.
Question 14
Which actor stars in this sketch about a man who years after the release of Avatar cannot get over the film's use of the font Papyrus?
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ABradley Cooper
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BRyan Gosling
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CChris Pratt
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DChris Evans
Ryan Gosling
Ryan Gosling is more known for dramatic roles. However, he showed he has a sense of humor in this delightful sketch.
Question 15
Which actor was in a sketch involving the Mad Scientist Society who manages to create the most evil invention of all time?
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AKevin Hart
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BDwayne Johnson
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CVin Diesel
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DJack Black
Dwayne Johnson
Dwayne Johnson plays the role of the evil scientist perfectly. His performance takes a fairly basic sketch premise and elevates it to new heights.
Question 16
Andy Samberg sung alongside which SNL host for the hugely popular song, "**** In a Box."
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AZac Efron
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BJustin Bieber
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CJustin Timberlake
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DWill Smith
Justin Timberlake
SNL's creator wanted a sketch to show off Justin Timberlake's singing abilities. Andy Samberg came up with this song and the rest is history.
Question 17
Which "Law & Order" actor starred in the classic "Old Glory Insurance" sketch?
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ASam Waterston
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BChris Noth
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CMariska Hargitay
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DJerry Orbach
Sam Waterston
Adam McKay listed this as one of his favorite sketches he ever wrote for SNL. Stonefaced Sam Waterston really took it to another level.
Question 18
Which sitcom star starred in a classic SportsCenter SNL sketch where his character tries way to hard to make innocuous banter, saying things like, "Hey! Try not to shoot that puck up my pooper!"
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ARoseanne Barr
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BKelsey Grammer
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CJerry Seinfeld
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DRay Romano
Ray Romano
Ray Romano starred in this famous SportsCenter sketch. The bit is filled with hilarious minor catchphrases.
Question 19
Which comedic actor hosted and played Jimmy Tango, who hosted a weight loss program where the participants smoke crystal meth?
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ARob Schneider
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BMike Myers
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CJim Carrey
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DAdam Sandler
Jim Carrey
Jim Carrey has had an incredibly successful comedy career. He brought his trademark energy to the role of Jimmy Tango in spades.
Question 20
In 2018, this funny lady hosted SNL and played a mother who told her son the story of the day he was born in a Mother's Day sketch.
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ASarah Silverman
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BMelissa McCarthy
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CKristen Wiig
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DAmy Schumer
Amy Schumer
Amy Schumer's story takes an unexpected turn in this hilarious sketch. She easily could have been a cast member herself.
Question 21
This actress starred in the "Welcome to Hell" sketch in the show's 43rd season. The sketch was a perfect indictment of many sexual harassment scandals that popped up that year.
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AAnne Hathaway
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BEmma Stone
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CSaoirse Ronan
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DSelena Gomez
Saoirse Ronan
Saoirse Ronan has been nominated for Academy Awards. She easily could have won an Oscar for her funny performance in this sketch that demands re-watching.
Question 22
Which actress portrayed Ivanka Trump in a sketch promoting a new perfume called "Complicit."
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ASarah Hyland
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BScarlett Johansson
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CJennifer Lawrence
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DJulianne Moore
Scarlett Johansson
Scarlett Johansson expertly skewered Ivanka Trump in this short but effective sketch. She earned a lot of acclaim for the performance.
Question 23
When this comedian hosted SNL in 2018, he starred in the "Sitcom Reboot" sketch about a man who wants to revive a classic sitcom that has some very dark humor in it.
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ADave Chappelle
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BBill Burr
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CJohn Mulaney
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DZach Galifianakis
John Mulaney
John Mulaney had a great year in 2018. He topped it up with a stellar episode hosting SNL filled with many memorable sketches.
Question 24
Tracy Morgan stars alongside this SNL host in 2000 in a sketch involving a character named Astronaut Jones.
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AMandy Moore
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BHillary Duff
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CChristina Aguilera
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DBritney Spears
Britney Spears
Britney Spears pulled double-duty when she hosted Saturday Night Live. She was both the host and the musical guest.
Question 25
Which of these hosts acted in a sketch called "Why Is Benedict Cumberbatch Hot?"
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AMartin Freeman
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BBill Hader
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CBenedict Cumberbatch
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DChris Hemsworth
Benedict Cumberbatch
Benedict Cumberbatch is not afraid to make fun of himself. He earned many laughs for this particular sketch.
Question 26
Which SNL host was in "Family Dinner," a sketch about a man who learns his girlfriend's parents do not love the movie "Shrek"?
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ATerry Crews
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BJim Parsons
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CWilliam Fichtner
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DSterling K. Brown
Sterling K. Brown
Sterling K. Brown is perhaps best known for his role on "This Is Us." While that show can be rather dramatic, he showed off his funny side in this hilarious sketch.
Question 27
Which SNL host played Boo Boo Jeffries in "Tournament Fighter" in a recent, video game-inspired sketch?
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ATiffany Haddish
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BAnna Faris
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CMindy Kaling
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DRebel Wilson
Tiffany Haddish
Tiffany Haddish broke out in the film "Girls Trip." She cemented her status as a fantastic comedic actress with her stint on SNL.
Question 28
Which multi-talented celebrity starred in a digital SNL sketch about the party after a high school production of "The Crucible"?
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ABeyonce
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BLin-Manuel Miranda
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CMiley Cyrus
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DJamie Foxx
Lin-Manuel Miranda
Lin-Manuel Miranda hit it big with "Hamilton." It is no wonder he was invited to act alongside the actors of Saturday Night Live.
Question 29
This actor starred in a "Walking Dead" parody where he played various characters he has played over the years.
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AChris Rock
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BMike Myers
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CDave Chappelle
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DJim Carrey
Dave Chappelle
Dave Chappelle is no stranger to sketch comedy. He famously starred in "Chappelle's Show" in the early 2000s.
Question 30
Which hunky actor was in SNL's "Couples Game Night," a sketch about a couple that gets a little too carried away?
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AChris Pine
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BChris Evans
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CChris Pratt
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DChris Hemsworth
Chris Pine
Chris Pine has not been in many comedies. However, he proved on SNL he very well could.
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