Tom Hanks, Emma Stone, Tina Fey and more 5-time ‘SNL’ hosts welcome Martin Short to the club

This past weekend’s Saturday Night Live (SNL) episode was filled with star power, as several legendary hosts came together to welcome Martin Short into the prestigious “Five-Timers Club.” The club, which honors those who have hosted the iconic late-night show five times, celebrated Short’s milestone with a fun and memorable sketch featuring familiar faces like Tom Hanks, Emma Stone, Kristen Wiig, Melissa McCarthy, and others.

The comedic sketch kicked off with Tom Hanks setting the stage for Martin Short’s induction, with a lineup of past SNL hosts, including Alec Baldwin, Scarlett Johansson, Tina Fey, and John Mulaney, all on hand to congratulate Short and share their insights into what it means to be part of the elite club. In typical SNL fashion, the group’s playful antics brought plenty of laughs, especially as they indulged in exaggerated, hilarious confessions.

“In this club, you can be completely honest,” Kristen Wiig declared, setting the tone for a series of absurd “confessions.” Paul Rudd, known for his comedic chops, took his turn saying, “Ant-Man’s powers aren’t good,” while Tina Fey confessed with a deadpan delivery, “It’s me that’s flying those drones, all of them.” The biggest laugh came from Tom Hanks, who humorously admitted, “I never had COVID,” to which Scarlett Johansson quickly responded, “I have COVID, right now!”

As the skit continued, Alec Baldwin, who has hosted the show a record number of times, could be seen in the background puffing on a cigarette as he joked, “I had way too many children.” The crowd erupted in laughter, as Baldwin’s deadpan delivery became a perfect fit for the absurd tone of the sketch.

The ceremony concluded with Jimmy Fallon making a surprise appearance to present Martin Short with his official Five-Timers Club jacket. The moment was as chaotic and hilarious as expected, with Short, struggling to put on the jacket, adding another layer of comedy. After managing to get it on, he joined the rest of the club members in the classic, time-honored tradition of shouting, “Live from New York, it’s Saturday night!”

For those unfamiliar with the milestone, Martin Short has a long history with SNL. He first became part of the show as a cast member in 1984 and 1985, before hosting for the first time in 1986 alongside comedy legends Steve Martin and Chevy Chase. Since then, Short has hosted the show multiple times, most recently in 2022 with Martin, his Only Murders in the Building co-star.

The holiday episode of SNL marked the last show of 2024, and it was a fitting way to wrap up the year. As part of the long-running show’s 50th season, the episode brought together a beloved group of SNL alumni and fresh talent to celebrate Short’s induction into the Five-Timers Club. This milestone also happened to feature Hozier as the musical guest, adding a perfect musical touch to the night’s celebration.

In short, Martin Short’s induction into the SNL Five-Timers Club was a joyous, comedic moment that celebrated both his legacy and the enduring impact of Saturday Night Live itself. With its unique blend of absurd humor and heartfelt moments, the show once again reminded viewers why it has remained such an essential part of television culture for over five decades.

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