Paul Mescal presents live on Saturday evening with musical guest Shaboozey

Paul Mescal has been tapped to host the next episode Saturday evening live.

The Gladiator II actor, who is promoting the film shortly after its theatrical release on November 22, will be joined by musical guest Shaboozey on December 7. SNL debut for both.

Mescal is hosting following in the footsteps of Charli Brat. The sketch show will run for two weeks before returning in December.

Season 50 kicked off with hosts Jean Smart, Nate Bargatze, Ariana Grande and Michael Keaton. Musical guests included Jelly Roll, Coldplay, Stevie Nicks and Billie Eilish.

Saturday evening live is produced in association with Broadway Video. The creator and executive producer is Lorne Michaels.