Esteemed former “Saturday Night Live” cast member Tina Fey surprised viewers with a cameo on the latest episode of the long-running sketch show. Her appearance was aimed at inducting host Emma Stone into the esteemed Five-Timers Club. Having hosted the show six times herself, Fey, who was part of the cast from 1997-2006, informed Stone that, at 35 years old, she was the youngest person to achieve this milestone.
Joining a select group of celebrities who have hosted five or more times, Stone now shares this honor with the likes of Will Ferrell, Ben Affleck, and Melissa McCarthy. Notably, Tina Fey holds the distinction of being the first female former cast member to join the Five-Timers Club.
Tina Fey and Emma Stone (Credits: NBC)
In a humorous exchange, Fey mentioned the existence of a “women’s section” in the club, playfully stating that Candice Bergen, a five-time host and the founder of the section, was present. Bergen, who achieved this milestone in 1990, joked about the section’s origins, describing it as a “small, quiet place to cry” that has now transformed into a “big, luxurious place to cry.” On a more serious note, she emphasized Stone’s significance in the show’s history, stating, “Emma, this is your day. You’re part of ‘SNL’ her story.”
Emma Stone, an Oscar-winner, marked her fifth hosting stint on Saturday, accompanied by musical guest Noah Kahan. Having previously hosted in 2010, 2011, 2016, and 2019, Stone expressed her gratitude during the monologue, calling it a dream come true.
The segment concluded with Tina Fey presenting Stone with the official Five-Timers jacket, symbolizing her induction into the exclusive club. “This has been a dream of mine since I was a kid, and it means so much that I get to share this moment with you guys,” Stone expressed with enthusiasm.
