Kate Hudson reflects on 2000 SNL thrills, Radiohead fandom, and her basketball comedy Running Point—streaming Feb. 27.
How Did Kate Hudson Feel Hosting SNL at 21?
Kate Hudson called hosting SNL in 2000 a “wild ride” at 21, pairing her debut with her idolized band Radiohead.
“As a young girl growing up, Radiohead was everything to me,” she gushed, calling the era’s cast—Will Ferrell, Molly Shannon, and Tracy Morgan—an “all-star” lineup. Bonus? Seth Meyers was a writer then!
Why Did Kate Hudson Choose Netflix’s Running Point?
The answer? “Mindy Kaling. Sports. Smart writers.” Hudson dove into Running Point, a comedy about Isla Gordon, the first woman to run an NBA-style team, trusting creators like Kaling and showrunners Ike Barinholtz.
“Laughter heals,” she said, emphasizing comedy’s power when crafted by those she admires.
What’s Running Point About?
Think Ted Lasso meets boardroom drama. Hudson’s Isla Gordon takes over the Los Angeles Waves after her brother’s scandal.
She battles skeptics—including her siblings—to prove she’s fit for the role.
The cast? A fun mix: Brenda Song, Max Greenfield, and even Chet Hanks.
Who Inspired Running Point?
Loosely based on Lakers owner Jeanie Buss’ trailblazing career, the show twists her real-life battles into a comedic underdog story.
Buss broke barriers in the NBA; Hudson’s Isla echoes that fight with humor and hustle.
When Can You Watch Running Point?
Mark February 27! The series hits Netflix, blending sports satire and heartfelt chaos. Hudson teased, “It’s bold, scrappy, and so bingeable.”
Quick Facts About Kate Hudson’s Projects
1️⃣ Hosted SNL in 2000 with Radiohead as musical guest.
2️⃣ Running Point drops Feb. 27, inspired by Jeanie Buss’ NBA journey.
3️⃣ Co-stars include Brenda Song and New Girl’s Max Greenfield.
4️⃣ Seth Meyers wrote for SNL during Hudson’s episode.
5️⃣ Called comedy “the most healing thing in the world.”