The end of 2025 marked a significant moment for Saturday Night Live as it bid farewell to beloved cast member Bowen Yang during a star-studded episode on December 20, featuring host Ariana Grande and musical guest Cher. Bowen, who first joined SNL as a writer in 2018, transitioned to a featured player in 2019 and became a mainstay in the cast by 2021. His final sketch, titled “Delta Lounge,” featured a memorable performance of “Please Come Home for Christmas” alongside Grande and Cher, highlighting his impactful journey with the iconic late-night show.
As fans look forward to 2026, SNL’s return is around the corner, although the first episode of the new year will not air this week. Instead, viewers can catch a reairing of the November 1 episode, hosted by Miles Teller with musical guest Brandi Carlile. New episodes of SNL will resume on January 17, when Stranger Things star Finn Wolfhard makes his hosting debut, accompanied by musical guest A$AP Rocky.
For those eager to catch SNL live, the show is accessible on NBC, the NBC app, and directly through NBC.com with a valid cable login. Additionally, a variety of live streaming options are available, including fuboTV, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, DIRECTV, Peacock, and Sling TV, all of which offer trials for newcomers. New episodes will also be available for on-demand viewing on Peacock starting January 18, and for fans of the show, all previous 51 seasons can be streamed on the platform.
However, SNL is not available for next-day streaming on Hulu, which means viewers must rely on Hulu + Live TV for live viewing. As the series transitions into a new year, fans are left excited for what’s next while cherishing the memories created by talents like Bowen Yang.