Jack Whitehall hosts SNL UK April 11, Jorja Smith Guest
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- Jack Whitehall will host the April 11 episode of “Saturday Night Live U.K.”.
- Jorja Smith is the musical guest for that episode, promoting her 2023 album “Falling or Flying” and upcoming headline at All Points East Festival.
- SNL U.K. will run eight episodes before a week‑long hiatus, returning on April 25.
- Sky extended the first season from six to eight episodes before its premiere.
- Scott Bryan of Variety praised the show’s darker, surreal, deadpan sketches, noting it works best when leaning into British comedy.
Why it matters: The pairing of Whitehall and Smith is designed to keep the show’s early ratings boost alive, giving Sky a stronger foothold in live‑comedy TV while providing both artists a high‑profile UK platform. The April 11 episode also signals the series’ return after a week‑long hiatus, reinforcing Sky’s commitment to original British comedy.
