Mumford & Sons perform as musical guests.

Saturday Night Live recap: Connor Storrie hosts, Heated Rivalry costar Hudson Williams joins in cameo

Mumford & Sons perform as musical guests.

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on March 1, 2026 12:53 a.m. ET

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Connor Storrie on a promo video for 'Saturday Night Live'. Credit:

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Hello there — it’s *SNL* in Review! Thank you for joining us. Connor Storrie hosts tonight with musical guests Mumford & Sons. Storrie is a great get for the show — perfect timing given the buzz around his hit show, *Heated Rivalry.*

I am joined tonight by former *Saturday Night Live *cast member, the excellent John Milhiser. He is “a big fan" of *Heated Rivalry*.

"I had heard about it before it got picked up by HBO Max," he says. "I always try to keep my finger on the pulse of LGBTQ shows, books or films. But when I heard it was coming to HBO Max, I was over the moon excited. I had NO IDEA it was going to be this emotional, sexy, and moving romp that it was. I saw Connor in a gay coming-of-age film called *Riley*. He was excellent in that as well. He has range, people! Connor has proved himself as a leading man. I actually loved him so much as a leading man that I decided to cast him to be the lead in a gay action rom-com spec script I wrote called* Take Him Out*. I made a poster for it and everything. To help manifest it into reality. Yes, I would be playing his love interest. It's a gay *James Bond*, essentially. How fun is that?” Greenlight this ASAP!

Now, the question is: can Connor be *funny*? Well, here’s some helpful trivia on tonight’s host. Previously, he took improv classes with The Groundlings while coming up in L.A. Milhiser was not aware of this fact on Storrie’s comedic training, but he says, “I would have loved to have him in my Physicality in Characters class at UCB, though. He can still sign up!”

And we’re off! Scroll down for more. Fresh off winning a gold medal in Milan at the Winter Olympics, Minnesota Wild defenseman Quinn Hughes will apparently be on the show! He’s gone viral for… a few curious reasons lately!**

We are at war with Iran. “Happy World War 3 to all who celebrate,” says James Austin Johnson’s President Trump. He’s become bored with peace, and wants to distract from the Epstein wars. He’s unpredictable, like a box of chocolate: “Gump!” He notes he’s like the new *Star Wars *movies, you want him until he’s actually back.

The purpose of this? Create chaos in the *SNL *writers' room. Meta!

Colin Jost is back as Secretary of War Pete Hegseth. He’s scared and doesn’t know what he’s doing, despite the angry, drunken bravado. **

Connor discusses his *family-friendly* new show and how it has changed his life. He’s still adjusting to his recent success… but also, he’s mentally been preparing for this since he was 12. He grew up in Texas. He keeps cutting to intense interludes, undercutting his vulnerability and humility. As predicted, Jack and Quinn Hughes show up to discover their Olympic experiences… they ask about the hockey show, and Connor hopes some hockey players have watched it. Cue the women’s hockey team! Hillary Knight and Megan Keller figured they’d invite the guys along, a nod to the Trump controversy. They don’t let Connor wear a gold medal, though.

This is not the first time *SNL *has touched *Heated Rivalry* since the show from Canadian streamer Crave blew up. Previously, they aired the *Harry Potter-*themed spoof of *Heated Rivalry*, "Heated Wizardr." John Milhiser thought the spoof “was really funny. Great mapping. I'm sure it was a magical moment pitching that gold pitch at *SNL*. Everyone probably chimed in with ideas on it. An instant classic that I'm sure will be an important sketch to many LGBTQ coming-of-age people. It was definitely sexier than ‘Schmitts Gay’.” Great call.

I like the Boston Raiders joke. NHL? No, HBO.**

“Mr. Fronzi"

Mr. Fronzi (Marcello Hernández) has had a bad day. His wife spilled coffee all over him, so he needs silence during his class quiz. He wants no comments from the "penis gallery."

Ricky (Storrie) does an impression of his teacher, causing him to be upset. Hernandez is always so loud and broad, but this is relatively sweet and well done.

"The Gentlemen’s Code”

Honor is on the line after gentlemen disagree over a game of croquet. “How dare you!” they say, slapping each other. It escalates — punching, kicking. Even a small dog gets involved.**

Ice rink proposal

We are back outside 30 Rock, similar to the Sarah Sherman live shot during "Weekend Update" a few weeks back. Tommy Brennan is about to propose to his girlfriend (Veronika Slowikowska), as a group of men has a super fun time skating behind them. He can’t get a read on them, distracted. Hudson Williams, Storrie’s *Heated Rivalry* costar, shows up. (To loud applause.)

Fun setting, fun references, fun skating. I like that you can see passersby on the street starting to check out the goings on.

”Tutoring the Cool Kid”

PJ (Storrie) is getting a math lesson from Dirkus (Ben Marshall). He’s so appreciative that he apologizes for bullying him at school. Dirkus takes the opportunity to perform a super dorky rap. It’s embarrassing. He has a long cold, as his parents (Johnson, Ashley Padilla) explain.

Mumford & Sons, “Ruber Band Man"

Williams and Storrie introduce together "Rubber Band Man" by Mumford & Sons and Hozier. This was a single off the band's new album, *Prizefighter*.

John Milhiser is a fan, having seen the band last year during a certain special *SNL*-themed event. He says: “Mumford & Sons were great at *SNL 50*. My childhood friend Olivia Ritchie and I love seeing them in concert. They are the focus of most of our conversations. Their folky rock anthem-style lyrics draw you in. You can’t help but tap your foot along to the beat, or pick up on the chorus and start singing it by the end of the tune at whatever airport, supermarket, or doctor's office you might be in. It’s a hyper euphoric experience of a sing-along with your best mates. That's right, I said mates. They make you British! After going to a show, you will want to buy a ticket for the next night. Even though you only have two quid left in your britches. Their albums continue to impress and inspire and find new ways to express themselves uniquely and introduce themselves to audiences worldwide. The new album, *Prizefighter, *has surprise guest features from people like Gracie Abrams and Chris Stapleton, creating a special mix of songs…Olivia and I are bloody obsessed.”

The band has previously appeared a few times before — tonight is their fourth appearance, outside of a cameo when Carey Mulligan hosted. They first played in season 38, then during season 40. The last time was season 44. Milhiser adds, “Carrie Mulligan is one of the best actresses out there. Lucky chap.”

Hozier last appeared in season 50.

"Weekend Update”

The segment kicks off by discussing the death of Ayatollah Khomeini. *SNL *nerds can note the show has discussed Iran going back to season 5 – I am thinking about the Ted Knight episode.

Che notes Trump has more black friends than Jost. He also has a great joke about Tourette’s.

Beth’s maid of honor, Katie (Slowikowska), comes on to summarize the many headlines since the show was last on. Slowikowska nails the awkward cadence of these speeches. “No, but seriously.” She comments on Beth’s love of mimosas, then pivots hard into Jeffrey Epstein. It took Cody four years to define his relationship with Beth, just like the length of the Ukraine war.

Discussing a new Epstein photo featuring Stephen Hawking, Jost has a new segment, Hear Me Out. Oof!

A baby monkey named Punch has recently gone viral. Punch’s mom comes on to defend herself. Familiar Sarah Sherman "Update" territory. She gets jeers like straight out of Jerry Springer. In a surprise, Punch comes out!

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