Josh O’Connor and Ariana Grande to Host ‘SNL’ December Episodes
In an exciting announcement, “Saturday Night Live” has revealed its hosts and musical guests for the final episodes of its 51st season in December. Upcoming episodes will feature an impressive lineup, including notable stars from the entertainment industry.
December Hosts and Musical Guests
- December 6: Melissa McCarthy will take the stage as host, marking her sixth appearance on the show. The musical guest for this episode is Dijon, making his debut.
- December 13: Josh O’Connor, known for his role in “Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery,” will host. Lily Allen will be the musical guest.
- December 20: Ariana Grande, star of “Wicked: For Good,” will host the series finale of the year. Cher will perform as the musical guest for this special episode.
Previous Episodes and Season Highlights
The season kicked off on October 4, featuring Bad Bunny as host and Doja Cat as the musical guest. Other prominent hosts this season have included Amy Poehler, a former “SNL” cast member, and Sabrina Carpenter, the singer known for her hit singles.
Upcoming Performances and Milestones
Each host brings unique experience to the table. McCarthy previously won an Emmy for her hosting efforts in 2017. O’Connor and Dijon are making their debuts on “SNL,” while Lily Allen will make her second musical appearance.
Ariana Grande’s hosting will mark her third time at the helm of the show. Notably, Cher’s performance will be her first on “SNL” since 1987, highlighting a significant moment for fans of the series.
New episodes of “Saturday Night Live” air on Saturday nights at 11:30 p.m. ET/8:30 p.m. PT on NBC and are available for streaming live on Peacock.
