Bowen Yang, Matt Rogers Seek SNL Weekend Update Host Roles

Bowen Yang and Matt Rogers have expressed interest in becoming the next hosts of Saturday Night Live's 'Weekend Update,' aiming to succeed longtime anchors Michael Che and Colin Jost. The duo humorously discussed their aspirations during an episode of Hot Ones Versus, with Yang suggesting replacing both Che and Jost to bring a fresh perspective to the segment. Che and Jost have been anchoring 'Weekend Update' since 2014, and no official changes to the cast have been announced as the show prepares for its 51st season starting October 4. Yang, a cast member since Season 45 and a writer since Season 44, co-hosts the Las Culturistas podcast with Rogers, which is transitioning to television with a Culture Awards special airing on Bravo and Peacock. Both Yang and Rogers believe their partnership would revitalize the 'Weekend Update' desk with new energy and humor. Their candid comments reflect ongoing speculation about potential cast shifts as SNL evolves.