Jack Black Joins SNL’s Five‑Timers Club Amid Voice‑Over Triumphs

A Return to Live Television

Actor‑musician Jack Black hosted Saturday Night Live for a fifth time on April 5, 2026, earning entry into the show’s exclusive Five‑Timers Club. His monologue, featuring cameos by Tina Fey, Melissa McCarthy, Jonah Hill and musical guest Jack White, culminated in a raucous rendition of “Seven Nation Army.”

Continuing Success in Animation

While cementing his place in SNL lore, Black remained prolific on screen. From 2022 through 2023 he reprised Po in Netflix’s Kung Fu Panda: The Dragon Knight, and lent his voice to Bowser in Illumination’s 2023 The Super Mario Bros. Movie. Guest spots on Paramount+’s Big Nate and Adult Swim’s Rick and Morty added further variety to his animated résumé.

Balancing Stage and Studio

The dual achievements underscore Black’s unique ability to toggle between live‑television energy and voice‑over versatility, a rare blend that continues to resonate with American audiences.