Viral Comic Druski to Make ‘SNL’ History as First Digital Creator Host
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Key Points:
- Druski, a digital creator known for viral sketch comedy, will host "Saturday Night Live" on November 7, marking the first time a digital-native star has hosted the NBC show.
- Druski, real name Drew Desbordes, gained fame through Instagram starting in 2017 with characters like "frat bro" Kyle Rogger and viral sketches that amassed millions of views.
- He has collaborated with major artists such as Lil Yachty, Drake, and Jack Harlow, and founded Coulda Been Records, which evolved into the successful Coulda Fest comedy and music festival.
- In 2025, Druski ranked No. 9 on Forbes' top creators list, earning $14 million, highlighting his significant influence in digital entertainment.
- His hosting follows a trend of digital creators appearing on NBC late night shows, including MrBeast on "The Tonight Show" and Brittany Broski on "Late Night with Seth Meyers."
