“Saturday Night Live” (SNL) has unveiled an exciting lineup of hosts and musical guests scheduled through the end of 2025. Notably, there will be a two-week hiatus after the November 15 episode featuring Glen Powell and Olivia Dean, with the next episode set to air on December 6, 2025. This much-anticipated return will see actress and comedian Melissa McCarthy take the helm, accompanied by musical guest Dijon.
Following McCarthy, actor Josh O’Connor will host the December 13 episode, with pop star Lily Allen as the musical guest. This episode will mark Allen’s return to the SNL stage since her last appearance in February 2007, where she will showcase songs from her new album “West End Girl.” The final episode of 2025 will air on December 20, featuring pop icon Ariana Grande hosting, along with legendary singer Cher as the musical guest. Cher’s return is noteworthy as it has been 38 years since her previous performance on the show in November 1987.
This season, both Dijon and O’Connor are poised to make their SNL debuts, while renowned artists Allen and Cher will be reprising their roles on the show. McCarthy, a familiar face on the SNL stage, will be hosting for the sixth time, while Grande, a staple in the show’s musical landscape, has previously hosted twice and appeared as a musical guest three times.
After Grande and Cher’s episode, “SNL” will take a break for the holiday season, resuming mid-January. This seasonal format allows for a refreshing pause, enabling the show to return with new content and creative ideas.
Here’s a glimpse of the complete SNL season 51 schedule so far:
– October 4: Bad Bunny and Doja Cat
– October 11: Amy Poehler and Role Model
– October 18: Sabrina Carpenter (double duty)
– October 25: No new episode
– November 1: Miles Teller and Brandi Carlile
– November 8: Nikki Glaser and sombr
– November 15: Glen Powell and Olivia Dean
– November 22: No new episode
– November 29: No new episode
– December 6: Melissa McCarthy and Dijon
– December 13: Josh O’Connor and Lily Allen
– December 20: Ariana Grande and Cher
Viewers can catch “Saturday Night Live” on NBC at 11:30 p.m. ET each Saturday, with past episodes available for streaming on Peacock. The lineup promises to offer plenty of entertainment, keeping audiences engaged through the holiday season and into the new year. As the show continues to evolve, it maintains its status as a beloved staple in American comedy television.