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| Jack Black, Mikey Day, Chloe Fineman, and Andrew Dismukes sitting dressed as ancient Greeks. |
Saturday Night Live fans might be wondering if they’re getting a new episode tonight, June 14, 2025. The answer is no—SNL is officially on its summer break. But the memories from one of the wildest and most heartfelt episodes of Season 50 are still fresh, and if you missed it, now’s your chance to catch up on the magic that happened when Jack Black returned to Studio 8H after nearly two decades. It was more than just a homecoming—it was a full-on creative explosion filled with music, nostalgia, and some seriously funny sketches. Jack Black’s last time hosting was back in 2005, but his energy hasn't dimmed in the slightest. On April 5, 2025, he reminded the audience exactly why he's a beloved figure in both comedy and music.
One of the standout moments from the episode was the Digital Short "Goth Kid on Vacation." Written by co-head writer Streeter Seidell, the sketch stars cast member Michael Longfellow as a reluctant teen dragged to the beach by his sunny family. Drenched in black, eyeliner smudged, and combat boots sinking in sand, he’s the perfect image of goth despair under a blinding sun. Jack Black elevates the sketch with an unforgettable reggae twist on My Chemical Romance’s iconic style, proving that even emo anthems can vibe under palm trees. It’s a brilliant parody that feels oddly perfect, as if MCR and Jamaican beaches were always meant to collide.
Black didn’t stop there. He delivered big on musical performances throughout the episode, even joining Brandi Carlile and Elton John—yes, that Elton John—on stage. It was Carlile’s third time as a musical guest, and Elton John's return to SNL was just as iconic as you’d expect. Their performance together had a kind of warmth and depth that felt once-in-a-lifetime. Elton's previous SNL appearances—his solo musical guest debut in 1982 and his host/musical guest double duty in 2011—were legendary, and this duo with Carlile added a new layer of legacy. One of the sketches even launched Jack Black into the air alongside Bowen Yang and Sarah Sherman, taking the show’s chaotic creativity to new heights—literally.
For the theater geeks in the audience, “The First Play” sketch served up a hilarious slice of dramatics, with Black in the crowd reacting with wide-eyed glee and absurd commentary. It was classic SNL absurdity, but with that Jack Black charm that never gets old.
So while SNL is on pause for the summer following Scarlett Johansson’s Season 50 finale hosting gig on May 17, the energy from Jack Black’s episode continues to resonate with fans. It reminded us all of the magic SNL can deliver when the right host, the right cast, and the right music come together. For those missing their Saturday night laughs, it’s the perfect time to rewatch the April 5 episode and enjoy the spectacle all over again. Season 50 may be on break, but its most unforgettable moments are just a stream away.
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