Career Timeline of John Mulaney: Major Achievements and Milestones

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 9, 2026

How John Mulaney built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

John Mulaney is an American stand-up comedian, actor, writer, and producer, notable for his work on Saturday Night Live (SNL) from 2008 to 2013. During his time at SNL, he wrote for various sketches and co-created the popular recurring character Stefon with Bill Hader. Since leaving SNL, Mulaney has hosted the show six times and was inducted into the SNL Five-Timers Club in 2022.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

April 14, 2018: Hosting Saturday Night Live

On April 14, 2018, John Mulaney hosted Saturday Night Live for the first time, marking one of his six hosting appearances on the show.

March 5, 2020: Secret Service investigation closed

On March 5, 2020, the United States Secret Service closed the file on John Mulaney after investigating a joke he made about Donald Trump during his Saturday Night Live hosting gig. The Secret Service ultimately recommended no action.

June 2, 2020: Attending a Black Lives Matter protest

On June 2, 2020, John Mulaney was seen at a Black Lives Matter protest in Washington D.C., showing his support for the movement.

April 2024: Announcement of Netflix Series

In April 2024, John Mulaney announced a six-part series called John Mulaney Presents: Everybody's in LA, which was live-streamed on Netflix during the Netflix is a Joke Festival.

September 9, 2024: Return to Broadway

On September 9, 2024, it was announced that John Mulaney would return to Broadway in the Simon Rich play All In: Comedy About Love at the Hudson Theatre.

April 2025: Announcement of 'Mister Whatever' Tour

In April 2025, John Mulaney announced the 'Mister Whatever' tour, with the first leg scheduled across the United States and parts of Canada, sometimes featuring guest appearances by other comedians.

September 24, 2025: Announcement of Wrigley Field Performance

On September 24, 2025, John Mulaney announced at a Chicago Cubs game with Jon Sciambi that he would be the first comedian to headline Wrigley Field on July 11, 2026.

October 2025: Partnership with Years Non-Alcoholic Beer

In October 2025, John Mulaney partnered with Years, a non-alcoholic beer brand from Chicago, appearing in comedic ads and becoming the spokesperson for the brand.