Paul Mescal will host the Dec. 7 episode of NBC’s Saturday Night Live, which will mark the program’s first episode after a three-week hiatus through the Thanksgiving holiday.

The ‘Gladiator II’ actor will be featured  alongside musical guest Shaboozey on the episode, marking the “SNL” debut for both artists.

“Saturday Night Live” will also be celebrating its 50th anniversary with a live primetime special on Feb. 16. The series airs on NBC at 11:30 p.m. ET and streams on Peacock.

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