Jack Black Joins SNL Five-Timers Club in Star-Studded Episode
On April 4, Jack Black hosted "Saturday Night Live" for the fifth time, an occasion that inducted him into the program's "Five-Timers Club." The episode also featured Jack White as the musical guest, marking his sixth appearance in that role. The broadcast was packed with celebrity cameos during the monologue, alongside musical and sketch performances by both Black and White.
Jack Black's fifth hosting gig earned him a spot in the prestigious "Five-Timers Club," an honor celebrated in a cameo-filled monologue.
Five-Timers Club Induction Monologue
The episode's opening monologue centered on Jack Black's entry into the Five-Timers Club. The segment was set in a cobweb-covered lounge, a familiar and recurring backdrop for Five-Timers Club induction monologues.
- Jonah Hill made the first appearance, accompanying Black into the lounge.
- Tina Fey greeted Black, making a notable remark about his status as "the first Black in the five-timers club." This comment was widely understood as a reference to the show's history regarding diversity; Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, who is of mixed-race heritage, previously became the first Black five-timer in 2017. Fey also highlighted that this marked her fifth appearance in the recurring Five-Timers Club sketch and added that her jacket was her "first-timer's jacket from 'SNL UK.'"
- Candice Bergen then entered the lounge, joining the growing group.
- Melissa McCarthy subsequently emerged from behind a bar in the lounge, delivering a joke about finding a drink and consuming John Mulaney's non-alcoholic beer with vodka.
- "SNL" cast member Marcello Hernandez made an appearance in character as Domingo, prompting Black to question his presence without having hosted five times.
- Musical guest Jack White then appeared, interrupting Hernandez. White referenced a limited parking validation specifically for five-time musical guests before his departure.
Black concluded the monologue by stating his intention to revitalize the Five-Timers Club "with the power of rock." He and Jack White then performed a parody of "Seven Nation Army" by The White Stripes, with new lyrics aimed at addressing the state of the club and its revitalization. The performance was supported by a choir, adding to the grandeur of the occasion.
Musical Performances by Jack White
Jack White performed two new songs during the episode: "Derecho Dominico" and "G.O.D. and the Broken Ribs." These performances notably represent his first new music since the release of his 2024 album, "No Name."
Jack Black's Contributions to Sketches
Jack Black contributed to other segments throughout the episode, showcasing his versatile comedic and musical talents. His appearances included:
- Singing a verse in the country ballad "Words to Live By."
- Portraying a harmonizing husband in a sketch.
- Teaching a self-defense course.