Key Highlights
- Ariana Grande and Josh O’Connor will host Saturday Night Live in December.
- Lily Allen and Cher are set as musical guests for the Christmas show.
- This will be O’Connor’s SNL debut, while Grande returns for her third time hosting.
- Cheerful “If I Could Turn Back Time” singer Cher makes only her second appearance since 1987.
Saturday Night Live Announces December Lineup
NBC’s late-night comedy show, Saturday Night Live (SNL), has revealed its lineup for the upcoming December episodes. Josh O’Connor and Ariana Grande have been confirmed as hosts, with Melissa McCarthy also returning to the show following her recent announcement.
Josh O’Connor: A Fresh Face
O’Connor is set to make his SNL debut on December 13th. The actor gained recognition for his role in Netflix’s “Knives Out” series and will bring a fresh face to the long-running sketch comedy show.
Ariana Grande: A Veteran Host
Grande, who will host the episode on December 20th, is making her third appearance as both a musical guest and a host. Her previous hosting experiences include March 2016 and October 2024.
Lily Allen: Returning with New Music
Complementing the hosts will be Lily Allen, who will perform songs from her latest album “West End Girl.” This will mark her first appearance on SNL since 2007.
Cheerful Cher Makes Her Second Appearance in Over 35 Years
The legendary singer Cher is set to make only her second musical guest appearance on the show, more than three decades after her initial performance in 1987. She also performed at SNL50: The Anniversary Special earlier this year.
These selections highlight the continued tradition of bringing a mix of established and emerging talent to Saturday Night Live, ensuring that each episode remains fresh and engaging for its audience.