The 50th season of Saturday Night Live kicks off on September 28, with NBC revealing the exciting lineup of hosts and musical guests for the first five episodes.
Episode 1: September 28
On the season premiere, Jean Smart will take the stage as the host, alongside musical guest Jelly Roll, both making their Saturday Night Live debuts.
Episode 2: October 5
Comedian Nate Bargatze returns as host on October 5, with Coldplay as the musical guests. Bargatze previously hosted an episode last year with Foo Fighters. Coldplay also graced the Saturday Night Live stage last year, performing hits like “The Astronaut” and “Fix You” in February.
Episode 3: October 12
Ariana Grande makes a quick return to Saturday Night Live on October 12, this time as the host. She last appeared on the show a few months ago, performing songs from “Eternal Sunshine.” Joining her as the musical guest is the iconic Fleetwood Mac singer Stevie Nicks, who last performed on the show back in 1983.
Episode 4: October 19
Michael Keaton will host the October 19 episode, with Saturday Night Live regular Billie Eilish as the musical guest. Eilish’s most recent performance on the show was in December 2023.
Episode 5: November 2
Former Saturday Night Live writer John Mulaney takes the hosting duties on November 2, with breakout star Chappell Roan as the musical guest for the night.
FAQs
Q: Who are the hosts and musical guests for the upcoming episodes of Saturday Night Live?
A: The hosts and musical guests for the first five episodes of the 50th season of Saturday Night Live include Jean Smart and Jelly Roll, Nate Bargatze and Coldplay, Ariana Grande and Stevie Nicks, Michael Keaton and Billie Eilish, and John Mulaney and Chappell Roan.
Q: When does the 50th season of Saturday Night Live begin?
A: The 50th season of Saturday Night Live starts on September 28.
Q: Who are some of the notable guests returning to Saturday Night Live this season?
A: Ariana Grande, Michael Keaton, and John Mulaney are some of the familiar faces returning to Saturday Night Live this season.
Q: Are there any new faces making their Saturday Night Live debut this season?
A: Yes, Jean Smart, Jelly Roll, and Chappell Roan are all making their Saturday Night Live debuts this season.
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