Grammy-winning artist Dua Lipa is gearing up to delight her fans with a double treat of entertainment. The 28-year-old songstress is not only set to perform as the musical guest but also take on the role of host on an upcoming episode of Saturday Night Live in May.
It’s going to be fascinating to see how the pop icon flexes her comedic muscles during the show.
The news was revealed by Saturday Night Live host Ryan Gosling in the latest episode. Dua Lipa is scheduled to grace the episode airing on May 4, 2024.
In addition, the singer took to social media to share the exciting announcement with her followers. She posted a snapshot on Instagram featuring the episode’s date and her name repeated twice alongside a caption that read,
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Following the announcement, fans couldn’t contain their excitement, flooding the comment sections with various puns like “Dual Lipa,” “Duo Lipa,” and “Double Lipa.”
This much-anticipated episode promises plenty of laughter and witty banter, and with Dua Lipa at the helm, there’s sure to be electrifying musical performances. Her acclaimed tracks and stage presence have cemented her status as one of the leading female artists in today’s music scene.
The unprecedented success she’s achieved sets a benchmark for emerging talents. With seven Brit Awards and three Grammy Awards under her belt, Lipa serves as an inspiration to aspiring singers and musicians worldwide.
Her venture into acting with a role in the 2023 blockbuster ‘Barbie,’ where she portrayed the mermaid Barbie, further solidifies her multifaceted talent.
Having previously graced SNL as a musical guest in 2018 and 2020, hosted by Natalie Portman and Kristen Wiig respectively, Lipa’s return to the SNL stage promises to be nothing short of spectacular.