Connor Storrie Goes from Waiter to ‘Saturday Night Live’ Host in Breakout Career Moment

Connor Storrie marked a major career milestone by hosting Saturday Night Live — a moment that highlights his rapid rise from restaurant server to one of Hollywood’s most talked-about new stars.

Less than a year ago, Storrie was working as a waiter in Los Angeles. Now, he’s leading one of television’s most iconic comedy shows, riding the momentum of his breakout role in the hit romantic hockey series Heated Rivalry.

The episode leaned heavily into hockey culture, featuring appearances from Olympic gold medalists Megan Keller and Hilary Knight, along with NHL stars Jack and Quinn Hughes. The athletes joined Storrie during his opening monologue, trading playful jokes and celebrating recent Olympic success.

Storrie also reunited with Heated Rivalry co-star Hudson Williams in a sketch set at the Rockefeller Center ice rink, delighting fans of the series. Known for portraying Russian hockey captain Ilya Rozanov, the actor even showcased his language and accent skills — something audiences have come to expect from his role in the streaming hit.

During his monologue, Storrie reflected on his whirlwind journey, describing how his life changed after landing his breakthrough role just months earlier. He joked that while his rise may seem sudden, performing at this level always felt like his destiny.

The episode also featured performances from Mumford & Sons, with a surprise appearance by Hozier.

With Heated Rivalry already renewed for a second season and Storrie appearing across major entertainment events worldwide, his successful Saturday Night Live debut signals a major step forward for one of Hollywood’s fastest-rising performers.

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