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Saturday Night Live biography
Saturday Night Live is an iconic NBC late-night sketch comedy series based in Studio 8H, led by executive producer Lorne Michaels. Known for launching comedic careers and showcasing live musical acts, the long-running show features an ensemble cast, guest hosts, and pre-recorded digital shorts.
Recent coverage highlights preparations for Season 52, including the additions of comedians Grace Reiter and Saidah Belo-Osagie following the departures of cast members like Chloe Fineman and writer-performer Martin Herlihy. Reports also focus on upcoming guest hosts such as Jalen Brunson and Dakota Johnson, performances by musical acts like KATSEYE and Turnstile, and news surrounding former cast members and writers including Pete Davidson, Kenan Thompson, Cecily Strong, John Mulaney, and Conan O'Brien.
- Coverage surrounding Saturday Night Live centers on cast recruitment, high-profile host and musical guest announcements, and major production shifts ahead of new seasons.
- Media attention also frequently follows former cast members and writers as they pursue outside projects, live events, and personal endeavors.
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Dan Levy Slams Shane Gillis Over Controversial 'SNL' Monologue Jokes
Oct 12, 2026
Fashion & Beauty
Rosalía Turns SNL Stage Into a Fashion Flex for Emerging Designers
Oct 12, 2026
TV & Film
Shane Gillis Accidentally Drops Live F-Bomb During 'SNL' Dr. Seuss Sketch
Oct 11, 2026
Fashion & Beauty
Dakota Johnson Serves Celestial Glamour at Late-Night SNL Celebration
Oct 5, 2026
Saturday Night Live timeline
Aug 19, 2026
Producers complete talent showcases to recruit fresh performers following Chloe Fineman's departure after seven seasons.
Saturday Night Live Cast Shakeup: Lorne Michaels Wraps Season 52 Talent Showcases After Chloe Fineman Exit
Sep 9, 2026
Comedy writer and performer Martin Herlihy departs Saturday Night Live after five seasons with the show.
Big Studio 8H Shakeup: Please Don't Destroy Star Martin Herlihy Leaving Saturday Night Live
Sep 9, 2026
NBC announces the host and musical guest lineup for the first four episodes of Saturday Night Live Season 52.
Studio 8H Stacked! SNL Season 52 Taps KATSEYE, Rosalía, Jalen Brunson & Dakota Johnson
Sep 12, 2026
Jeff Goldblum hosts the second season premiere of Saturday Night Live U.K. in London.
Jeff Goldblum Kicks Off 'SNL U.K.' Season 2 With Jazz MonologueSep 16, 2026
Saturday Night Live completes its talent recruitment for Season 52 by hiring comedians Grace Reiter and Saidah Belo-Osagie.
'SNL' Locks In Season 52 Cast With Grace Reiter & Saidah Belo-Osagie
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Saturday Night Live: your questions
Who are the new cast members joining Saturday Night Live for Season 52?
Comedians Grace Reiter and Saidah Belo-Osagie are joining the cast as the only fresh talent for Season 52.
Who is hosting the Season 52 premiere of Saturday Night Live?
New York Knicks point guard Jalen Brunson will make his hosting debut on the September 26 premiere alongside musical guest KATSEYE.
Who left Saturday Night Live before Season 52?
Cast member Chloe Fineman departed after seven seasons, and Please Don't Destroy member Martin Herlihy left after five seasons.
Where is Saturday Night Live filmed?
The iconic late-night sketch comedy show is filmed live at Studio 8H.
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K-Pop & Asia
KATSEYE’s Daniela Speaks Out After Boyfriend Allegedly Shades Groupmate Manon
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Amy Poehler Grills Andrew Garfield Over His Method Acting Reputation
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K-Pop & Asia
KATSEYE Under Fire After Viral SNL Performance Sparks Online Backlash
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Sports Stars
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The New York Knicks point guard brought a fresh comedy spin on the Disney Channel classic during his Studio 8H bow.
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TV & Film
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Awards & Red Carpet
Scarlett Johansson and Colin Jost Make Rare Red Carpet Appearance Together
The Avengers star and the Saturday Night Live cast member brought Hollywood glam to a New York screening in a rare joint date night.
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TV & Film
Saturday Night Live Set for Season 52 Return With Minor Adjustments and Big Premiere Host
The long-running sketch series returns on Sept. 26 with New York Knicks star Jalen Brunson taking the stage.
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Celebrity
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TV & Film
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The comedy icon was left in stitches when the Saturday Night Live newcomer opened up about getting cuffed in a rose bush.
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TV & Film
'SNL' Locks In Season 52 Cast With Grace Reiter & Saidah Belo-Osagie
NBC's late-night comedy showcase rounds out its lineup ahead of the September premiere hosted by Jalen Brunson.
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Celebrity
John Mulaney Muted Live at Emmys Over NSFW DJ Khaled Joke
The former Saturday Night Live writer left the audience stunned after censors pulled the plug on his unfiltered joke.
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Celebrity
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Celebrity
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TV & Film
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The Hollywood icon sang and joked about British staples like Marmite during his entertaining hosting debut in London.
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TV & Film
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A massive voting overhaul means Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Kimmel, and Saturday Night Live might ALL walk away with Emmy gold.
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Music
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TV & Film
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Reality TV
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