Get ready for a dose of entertainment on January 27 as Dakota Johnson is making her return as host on "SNL" for the second time, and she's bringing along the multi-talented Justin Timberlake as the musical guest.
Dakota Johnson takes the lead in the upcoming film "Madame Web," hitting theaters on February 14. In this flick, she plays Cassandra Webb, a Manhattan paramedic blessed with psychic abilities that let her peek into the future and the intricate world of interconnected spiders. Joining her is the stellar Sydney Sweeney from "Euphoria." Johnson, recognized for her role as "Anastasia Steele" in the 2015 film "Fifty Shades of Grey," has certainly made her mark in the entertainment world.
On the musical front, Justin Timberlake is no stranger to the "SNL" stage, being a proud member of the illustrious "Five-Timers Club." This marks his fifth solo appearance, showcasing his musical prowess. Fresh from his contribution to the 2023 film "Trolls Band Together," this Emmy and Grammy Award winner is gearing up for the release of his sixth studio album. Timbaland, who collaborated with Timberlake on his previous five solo studio albums, shared that the upcoming album promises a "fun Justin" vibe. Describing it as reminiscent of "FutureSex /LoveSounds," Timbaland emphasized the importance of keeping the music youthful, fun, and not overly complex.
This dynamic duo follows the recent "SNL" episode featuring Jacob Elordi and Renee Rapp on January 20. The season has been filled with notable hosts including Emma Stone, Jason Momoa, Pete Davidson, Bad Bunny, Nate Bargatze, and Timothee Chalamet. The musical guests have been just as impressive with Ice Spice, the Foo Fighters, and Boygenius making memorable appearances. Notably, Bad Bunny pulled double duty as both host and performer.
So, mark your calendars for January 27, because with Dakota Johnson and Justin Timberlake taking the stage, it's bound to be an evening of laughter, music, and all-around entertainment on "Saturday Night Live."