Who is tonight’s ‘Saturday Night Live’ host? Music Guest Info and How to Tune in for the Dec. 21 Episode
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This weekend, award-winning actor Martin Short is set to host “Saturday Night Live” at Rockefeller Plaza for the show’s tenth episode of its 50th season.
This appearance is Short’s third time emceeing the iconic comedy program, following his recent success.
The 74-year-old first joined the NBC late-night show as a cast member between 1984 and 1985. Most recently, he co-hosted an episode in December 2022 during Season 48, alongside fellow comedian Steve Martin, who is 79.
Short has earned a nomination for best actor in a comedy at the 2025 Golden Globes for his role in “Only Murders in the Building,” a murder mystery series set in New York that has just completed its fourth season on Hulu.
Previously, comedian Chris Rock hosted SNL, with musician Gracie Abrams performing as the musical guest.
Here’s everything you need to know about the Dec. 21 episode, including its airtime and where to catch it.
When and Where to Watch ‘SNL’ on Dec. 21?
The episode airing on December 21 will be broadcast live on NBC at 11:30 p.m. ET/8:30 p.m. PT.
It will also be available for streaming on Peacock the following day.
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Who’s the Musical Guest on Dec. 21?
This weekend, the musical guest on the show will be Hozier.
The folk-rock artist has recently released his third album titled “Unreal Unearth.”
Who’s Part of the ‘SNL’ Season 50 Cast?
James Austin Johnson returned to portray President-elect Donald Trump, who celebrated a recent victory. Bowen Yang took on the role of Vice President-elect JD Vance.
Former cast member Maya Rudolph reprised her role as Vice President Kamala Harris in the lead-up to the November elections.
Returning members of the cast for this season include:
- Michael Che
- Mikey Day
- Andrew Dismukes
- Chloe Fineman
- Heidi Gardner
- Marcello Hernández
- James Austin Johnson
- Colin Jost
- Michael Longfellow
- Ego Nwodim
- Ashley Padilla
- Sarah Sherman
- Kenan Thompson
- Devon Walker
- Emil Wakim
- Jane Wickline
- Bowen Yang
This season also introduces new cast members:
- Ashley Padilla
- Emil Wakim
- Jane Wicklin
