As a first time host on Saturday Night Live this weekend, not only did McCarthy deliver a funny physical performance in every skit, but she also, with help from musical guest, Lady Antebellum, drew a solid 5.2 rating/13 share in metered-market households.

That’s a 2% increase from SNL‘s season premiere last week (5.1/13), which was Alec Baldwin’s record 16th turn as host.

Yesterday’s SNL also was up 8% vs. the same night last year. 

Now, that’s what I call, KICK ASS!