Finn Wolfhard and ASAP Rocky Team Up with Sabrina Carpenter
Finn Wolfhard and A$AP Rocky made a memorable debut on Saturday Night Live (SNL) as hosts and musical guests for the show’s first episode of 2026. This marked a significant milestone for both artists. Wolfhard, known for his role in the acclaimed series Stranger Things, previously appeared in a 2024 NBC film but had never hosted SNL until now.
Key Performances by A$AP Rocky
A$AP Rocky also made his SNL debut this past weekend. Although he had previously made a cameo in a Migos parody during a show hosted by Donald Glover in 2018, this was his first full performance. He showcased tracks from his upcoming album, starting with the lead single “Punk Rocky.” The performance featured guest appearances by Thundercat, Danny Elfman, and Mark Harley, although fellow Stranger Things star Winona Ryder was absent.
His set included:
- “Punk Rocky”
- “Don’t Be Dumb”/”Trip Baby”
- “Helicopter”
Special Guest Appearances
The episode also featured notable surprise appearances. Stranger Things stars Caleb McLaughlin and Gaten Matarazzo appeared during Taylor’s monologue, contributing to a comedic digital short that imagined various spinoffs of the series. Recent SNL host Sabrina Carpenter reprised her role in a parody on the Snackhomiez podcast, further highlighting her versatility.
Additional Highlights
Another notable moment was the tribute to Grateful Dead’s Bob Weir, who passed away just a week prior. The Dead famously performed on SNL in the late 1970s. Also featured was a humorous sketch involving Wolfhard’s character, an aspiring indie rock musician, whose ambitions clash with his father’s expectations.
As for next week, SNL plans to welcome Geese, the winners of Best Album of 2025, along with Teyana Taylor, who will host for the first time.
In a lighthearted merchandise note, fans of Rocky can purchase a unique beanie with rollers attached for $100 from his website. It appears this season of SNL is off to an exciting start.
