The former SNL star is one of a slate of other celebrity guest hosts following the departure of Trevor Noah.

The South African television presenter appeared to get emotional as he spoke on the programme.

His earlier comments received a backlash online from many politicians including former UK cabinet minister Sajid Javid.

When he was appointed as Prime Minister on Tuesday, Mr Sunak became the UK’s first Hindu PM and the first of Asian heritage.

The South-African television presenter and comedian said the experience on Comedy Central had been ‘something I never expected’.

James Corden, Jimmy Kimmel and Trevor Noah all paid tribute to the Queen, describing her as a ‘guiding light’ that was ‘universally adored’.