Ep 3. Rami Malek / Young Thug

Rami Malek, the Academy Award-winning actor best known for his portrayal of Freddie Mercury in Bohemian Rhapsody, takes on hosting duties on the third episode of Saturday Night Live's 47th season. Joining Malek as the musical guest is Young Thug, one of the most prominent rappers working today.

The episode promises to showcase Malek's comedic chops, which he's demonstrated in films like Mr. Robot and The Little Things. As always, SNL's extensive ensemble cast will join Malek to deliver a variety of sketches, including some that will play to his strengths.

Fans of Malek's Mr. Robot character Elliot Alderson can expect at least one sketch that riff on the show's themes of paranoia and hacking. There might also be a sketch that plays on the fact that Malek has played several villains in movies, including the James Bond film No Time to Die.

Of course, it wouldn't be SNL without political satire, and Malek will likely join the cast in skewering the Biden administration and its many challenges, including the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and controversial topics like immigration policy.

As for Young Thug, fans can expect the Atlanta-based rapper to bring his signature blend of trap and melodic rap to Studio 8H. He's promised a mix of new and old hits, so those who have followed his career from the beginning are in for a treat.

Young Thug has collaborated with some of the biggest names in hip-hop and R&B, from Future and Travis Scott to Lil Nas X and Camila Cabello. His unique vocal style and willingness to experiment with different sounds have made him one of the most influential artists of his generation.

Fans of the show will also be excited to see what sketches and songs SNL's writers have come up with for Young Thug's performance. In the past, musical guests have been incorporated into comedic bits, and we could see that happen with Young Thug.

As for the rest of the episode, it's anyone's guess what we'll see. SNL is known for keeping its sketches and surprises under wraps until the show airs live on Saturday nights.

One thing's for sure, though: Rami Malek and Young Thug are both talented performers with unique styles, and we're sure their appearances on SNL will be memorable. So mark your calendars, set your DVRs, or tune in live – you won't want to miss it!