Martin Short Joins SNL’s Five Timers Club in Hilarious Cold Open
Martin Short officially joined the ranks of SNL’s elite Five Timers Club during the December 16 episode, and it was a celebration filled with laughs. The iconic comedian was welcomed into the club with a star-studded cold open featuring cameos from fellow Five Timers, including Amy Poehler, Steve Martin, Tina Fey, and more.
The cold open parodied the Five Timers Club induction ceremony, poking fun at Short’s legendary comedic timing and his long-standing relationship with the show. Short even got to roast some fellow Five Timers, including Jimmy Fallon and John Mulaney, keeping the audience in stitches.
Beyond the hilarious cold open, Short’s appearance marked a significant milestone.
His induction into the Five Timers Club recognizes his incredible talent and enduring legacy as a comedic force. Short’s five-timer status solidifies his place among SNL’s greatest performers, joining a select group of comedians who have graced the stage five or more times.
Want to relive the hilarious moments from Martin Short’s Five Timers Club induction? Catch the full episode of Saturday Night Live online!