Alexander Skarsgård Hosts SNL's 1,000th Episode with Father

Alexander Skarsgård made his hosting debut on Saturday Night Live's milestone 1,000th episode, aired January 31 from Studio 8H in New York City, where he was joined by his father, Stellan Skarsgård, for two comedic sketches that highlighted their shared Swedish heritage and family dynamics. The episode, the 12th of the show's 51st season, featured rapper Cardi B as the musical guest and proceeded with the series' typical blend of satire and sketches, without elaborate fanfare for the longevity milestone.

The night opened with a political cold open that included a cameo from former cast member Pete Davidson, portraying White House border czar Tom Homan. Skarsgård, known for his Emmy-winning role in Big Little Lies and upcoming projects like the dark romantic comedy Pillion, kept his monologue lighthearted. He did not discuss his recent films but instead mimed playing the saxophone alongside the SNL band, drawing laughs from the audience.

Stellan Skarsgård, fresh off his first Academy Award nomination for portraying a father reuniting with estranged daughters in Sentimental Value, appeared in the first sketch, a parody titled "Stench of a Family." In it, Alexander and cast member...