Saturday Night Live
The late-night sketch comedy show Saturday Night Live was created by Lorne Michaels and has been on the air since 1975. Each episode has a celebrity host and musical guest, who often take in the improvised skits that parody contemporary culture and politics.
Since its premiere, SNL has featured some of the biggest names in comedy including Eddie Murphy, Adam Sandler, John Belushi, Chris Rock, and Tina Fey. The show has won over 70 Emmy Awards and two Peabody Awards. Originally narrated by Don Pardo, the voice of SNL is now alum Darrell Hammond.
Network: NBC
First Episode Date: October 11, 1975
Cast Members With Most Seasons:
- Kenan Thompson (17 Seasons)
- Darrell Hammond (14 Seasons)
- Seth Meyers (13 Seasons)
- Al Franken (12 Seasons)
- Fred Armisen (11 Seasons)
- Tim Meadows (10 Seasons)
- Maya Rudolph (9 Seasons)
- Kevin Nealon (9 Seasons)
- Bobby Moynihan (9 Seasons)
- Kate McKinnon (9 Seasons)
Where to Watch: Peacock, Hulu
Latest Saturday Night Live News and Updates
Is 'SNL' New Tonight? What to Expect From the Season 48 Premiere
Is 'SNL' new tonight, October 1, 2022? The Season 48 premiere has finally arrived.'SNL' Alum Chris Redd Reportedly Dating Kenan Thompson's Ex — and Fans Have a Lot of Thoughts
Chris Redd and Kenan Thompson worked together on 'SNL' and 'Kenan.' But, Chris's dating life could affect their friendship moving forward.When Does 'SNL' Come Back? The Wait Is Finally (Almost) Over
When does ‘SNL’ come back? 'Saturday Night Live' has been on summer hiatus these last few months, and fans are ready for the show to return. Details!Who Is Alex Moffat's Wife –– and Why Did He Leave 'SNL'?
Who is Alex Moffat's wife? And why did he choose to part ways with 'Saturday Night Live' after six years as one of the top cast members?Three More Cast Members Are Leaving 'SNL' Ahead of Season 48
Who is leaving 'SNL'? May 2022 saw four cast members announcing their departure — but three more left in September ahead of Season 48.Horatio Sanz's Net Worth May Diminish Due to His Sexual Assault Lawsuit
What is Horatio Sanz's net worth? The comedian and former 'SNL' star has been accused in a lawsuit of grooming and sexually assaulting a teenager.New Rumors Suggest 'Saturday Night Live' Could End After Season 50
Fans of sketch comedy series 'Saturday Night Live' (SNL) are concerned that the show is ending after Season 50 due to recent comments by the cast.'SNL' Star Ego Nwodim Reflects on Her Audition: “I Wasn’t Even Thinking About Whether I Nailed It" (EXCLUSIVE)
Ego Nwodim gets candid about her 'SNL' audition and being the seventh Black woman to join the cast in an exclusive interview with 'Distractify.'Kenan Thompson Is Getting Divorced After Nearly 11 Years of Marriage
Who is Kenan Thompson married to? The 'SNL' star tied the knot with his wife Christina Evangeline in 2011. Now, they are getting divorced.Pete Davidson Has Left 'SNL' After Eight Years on the Show — Here's Why
After eight years on 'SNL' Pete Davidson has left the show. Although he's been talking about ending his run for years. Here's what we know about why he left.Kate McKinnon on Why She Left 'SNL' After 10 Years: "My Body Was Tired"
Did Kate McKinnon Leave 'SNL'? The Season 47 finale said goodbye to several longtime cast members, and fans are curious if Kate was one of them.'SNL' Cast Members Took a Firm Stance in Support of Roe v. Wade During the 2022 Mother's Day Episode
Let's break down the meaning behind the 1973 shirts worn on 'SNL.' The Benedict Cumberbatch episode took a hard stance in support of abortion rights.Bowen Yang Has Made Diversity History on 'SNL' — Is the Comedy Star Dating Anyone?
Does Bowen Yang have a romantic partner? The comedian is best know for 'Saturday Night Live,' and is the sketch show's first gay Asian cast member.Vanessa Bayer Remarkably Overcame Leukemia Before Becoming a Star
Vanessa Bayer's story of valiantly fighting off cancer during her childhood is a remarkable testament to her strength as an individual.Kim Kardashian Considered Having Kanye West as the 'SNL' Musical Guest When She Hosted
Who was the musical guest on 'SNL' when Kim Kardashian hosted? She considered having Kanye West perform.According to a New Rumor, Michael Che Might Leave 'SNL' — What's the Truth?
Is Michael Che leaving 'SNL'? Rumors about Michael Che's departure from 'SNL' started spreading like wildfire in March 2022. Is he leaving?Is 'SNL' Star Mikey Day Engaged? Learn More About His Partner and Their Son
Is Mikey Day engaged, dating, married, or single? Learn more about the 'SNL' and 'Is It Cake?' star's relationship status — and his son.Here's What We Know About 'SNL' Star Cecily Strong's Boyfriend and All Those Pregnancy Rumors
Here's what we know about 'Saturday Night Live' star Cecily Strong's boyfriend. Plus: Is Cecily Strong pregnant?John Mulaney Will Join the 'SNL' Five-Timers Club This Saturday
The ‘SNL’ Five-Timers Club started out as a joke in a sketch, but now is a coveted group with members like Tom Hanks, Alec Baldwin, and Steve Martin.'Celebrity Big Brother' Has Chris Kattan's Fans Curious About His Net Worth
Here’s what to know about 'SNL' alum and ''Celebrity Big Brother' star Chris Kattan’s career path, journey to the top, and current net worth today.These Are Our Favorite 'Saturday Night Live' Christmas Sketches of All Time
Christmas Day is almost here, and there's no better way to get into the holiday spirit than by watching the best Christmas-themed 'SNL' sketches.Word on the 30 Rockefeller Plaza Is That Lorne Michaels Could Be Leaving 'SNL'
It's impossible to fathom, but even Lorne Michaels has to retire someday. Who could be Lorne Michaels' replacement? Is he really leaving 'SNL'?These Are Our Favorite 'Saturday Night Live' Thanksgiving Sketches of All Time
Thanksgiving Day is almost here, and there's no better way to express gratitude than by watching the best Thanksgiving-themed 'SNL' sketches.Did John Mulaney and Olivia Munn Break Up?! A TikToker Claims He Has the Hot Goss
Did John Mulaney and Olivia Munn break up? John and Olivia recently made a splash by announcing their relationship. Are the rumours anything to go by?‘SNL’ Newcomer Aristotle Athari Got Married Just Days Before Joining the Season 47 Cast
'Saturday Night Live' cast member Aristotle Athari is currently married. Here's what we know about his relationship and comedy background.Kenan Thompson’s 'SNL' Host Bucket List Includes Denzel Washington and Brad Pitt (Exclusive)
Is Kenan Thompson still on 'Saturday Night Live'? In an exclusive interview with Distractify, Kenan talks the future of 'SNL' and his dream road trip.Meet Please Don't Destroy, The Comedy Trio That Starred in 'SNL's "Hard Seltzer" Sketch
'SNL' welcomes Please Don't Destroy to its writers room. They made their on-screen debut during the "Hard Seltzer" sketch. Here's what we know about them.President Biden Has a Brand New Look in the Season 47 Premiere of 'SNL'
Jim Carrey and Alex Moffat played Biden in Season 46 of 'SNL.' But who played Biden in the Season 47 premiere of 'Saturday Night Live'? What we know.These Are Our Favorite 'Saturday Night Live' Halloween Sketches of All Time
Halloween is right around the corner, and nothing screams getting into the spirit better than watching the best Halloween-themed 'SNL' sketches.Live From New York, Beck Bennett and Lauren Holt Are Leaving 'Saturday Night Live'
Beck Bennett and Lauren Holt will not be returning for 'Saturday Night Live's' 47th season. They are the only two cast members leaving before the new season begins.Check out Who's Joining the Cast of 'SNL' for Season 47 (and Who's Leaving)
The newest season of 'Saturday Night Live' is just around the corner. Here are the new faces of the cast and veterans who are saying goodbye.'SNL' Alum Jim Breuer Shares Divisive Thoughts About the COVID-19 Vaccine
New Jersey-born comedian and former 'Saturday Night Live' star Jim Breuer is making it known that he is against the COVID-19 vaccine and requirements.Norm Macdonald Was Fired From ‘Saturday Night Live’ in 1998, but Why Exactly?
Norm’s time on 'Saturday Night Live' lasted half a decade, but his exit was abrupt, leaving many to ask, “Did Norm get fired from SNL?”Here's the Truth About Adam Sandler and Norm Macdonald's Decades-Long Friendship
Here the truth about 'Billy Madison' stars Adam Sandler and Norm Macdonald's decades-long friendship. Norm died on Sept. 14, 2021.Comedian Norm Macdonald Left Behind One Son
Who are Norm Macdonald's kids? The Comedian has just died at 61 years old. Take a look back at his family, his life, and his career.John Mulaney Filed for Divorce From Anna Marie Tendler in July 2021 — Did He Cheat on Her?
Did John Mulaney cheat on his wife? John and his wife, Anna Marie Tendler, parted ways in the spring of 2021. When did John start dating Olivia Munn?Iconic TV Mom Molly Shannon Is Also a Mother in Real Life
Who is Molly Shannon's husband? Does 'The Other Two' star have any kids? Here's what you need to know about the comedian's personal life.‘SNL’ Star Horatio Sanz Has Been Accused of Sexual Assault and Grooming by Fan
Fans want to know more about 'Saturday Night Live' alum Horatio Sanz's wife following accusations he groomed and assaulted a fan.Fans Want to Know Chris Kattan's Dating History Prior to Game Show Appearance
What does Chris Kattan's dating history look like? The 'SNL' alum is set to appear on Zooey Deschanel's 'The Celebrity Dating Game.'Cecily Strong and Pete Davidson Were Giving off Big "Departure" Vibes on 'SNL'
A lot of 'SNL' viewers thought that both Cecily Strong and Pete Davidson's "update bits" hinted that they were leaving the show. Are they?Lil Nas X Reacts After Splitting His Pants Pole-Dancing on ‘SNL’: “OMFG NO”
Lil Nas X’s ‘SNL’ pants did him dirty. As the singer suffered a wardrobe malfunction while performing “Montero” on the NBC show on May 22, 2021.Is Anya Taylor-Joy’s Accent Hard to Place? Here’s Why It Sounds so Unique
If Anya Taylor-Joy’s accent is hard to place, it’s because the ‘Queen’s Gambit’ star moved around a lot as a kid. Read more about where she's from.Colin Jost's Mom Was One of the First Female Physicians at the FDNY
How much does Colin Jost's parents' net worth come to? Much like fellow 'SNL' star Pete Davidson, Colin was born and raised on Staten Island, N.Y.Kermit the Frog Made a Surprise Appearance on 'SNL' — See the Skit Here
On a May 15, 2021, episode of 'SNL,' fans were surprised to see pop culture icon from 'The Muppets' Kermit the Frog take the stage in a sketch.Keegan-Michael Key and His Wife, Elisa Pugliese, Have a Fairytale Marriage
You might be wondering if Keegan-Michael Key is still on market, but sorry everyone! He's taken by his lovely wife. Meet Elisa Pugliese.Who Was the Mysterious Musical Artist Who Sang With Miley Cyrus on 'SNL'?
Fans are curious after Miley Cyrus' 'SNL' performance on May 8, 2021, who sang with her. Here's what we know about the up and coming singer.Elon Musk Revealed His Asperger’s Diagnosis on ‘Saturday Night Live'
Elon Musk revealed he has Asperger’s on the May 8, 2021 episode of ‘Saturday Night Live,’ becoming the first person with Asperger’s to host the show.Aidy Bryant's Husband, Conner O'Malley, Is Also a Familiar Face in Comedy
Who is Aidy Bryant's husband? The 'SNL' cast member is known for her work on the poplar sketch comedy series. But is so married? Learn more here.Will the Cast of 'SNL' Boycott Elon Musk's Upcoming Episode? Here's Why Fans Think So
Why does the cast of 'SNL' not like Elon Musk? Elon Musk is scheduled to host 'SNL' this May — but fans think cast members will boycott. Here's why.It's Not a Joke: Elon Musk Will Host 'SNL,' and He's Started Pitching Skits
CEO and billionaire Elon Musk is set to host an episode of 'SNL' on May 8, 2021, and some people aren't happy. Here's what we know so far.
