Brendan Gleeson to host Saturday Night Live in October

It comes ahead of the release of Gleeson’s upcoming film The Banshees of Inisherin, which sees him reunited with Colin Farrell.
Brendan Gleeson to host Saturday Night Live in October

Brendan Gleeson to host Saturday Night Live in October (Niall Carson/PA)

Wed, 21 Sep, 2022 - 08:00
Mike Bedigan, PA Los Angeles Correspondent

Brendan Gleeson will be among the celebrity hosts of Saturday Night Live, organisers of the show have announced.

The Irish actor, known for films including Paddington and In Bruges, will feature on the popular US comedy show in its 48th season.

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