Tina Fey to guest host first episode of SNL UK?

Comedy icon Tina Fey has reportedly been lined up as the first guest host of Saturday Night Live UK.

The topical comedy sketch show – an institution in the US – makes its debut on Sky One later this month and will follow the American format of a celebrity guest host, a music guest and skits.

Fey, 55, has a strong relationship with SNL, having previously served as head writer, as well as a performer from 1997 to 2006.

“Though there might be some surprise to find there isn’t a Brit presenting the show, there is some logic to this signing,” a source told The Sun.

“There’s a sense that the American show is handing the baton on to Britain by having Tina hosting the launch.

“Plus she’s a massive icon in the world of comedy and proof of how huge someone can become through appearing on SNL.

“From here on, there are likely to be stars from the UK at the helm every week, though the exact names have yet to be confirmed.”

Saturday Night Live UK begins at 9pm on Saturday, March 21 on Sky One.