‘Saturday Night Live’ returned for season 49 on October 14. See photos of the hosts, musical guests, and more.
Saturday Night Live has been a TV powerhouse since its debut in 1975. The show’s 49th season premiered in October 2023 with SNL vet Pete Davidson as the host.
Over the course of season 49 so far, stars like Jacob Elordi, Ayo Edebiri, Dakota Johnson, Jason Momoa, and more have hosted the show. Jennifer Lopez, Billie Eilish, Tate McRae, and more have been the musical guests. Upcoming hosts include Sydney Sweeney and Josh Brolin. Scroll down to see more photos of SNL season 49.
1 of 14Shane Gillis
Shane Gillis hosted SNL on February 24. The comedian was hired as an SNL cast member in 2019, but he was fired just 5 days later amid controversy.
Ayo Edebiri
Ayo Edebiri hosted SNL for the first time on February 3. The Bear star was excellent in her Saturday Night Live debut.
Jennifer Lopez
Jennifer Lopez was the musical guest during the February 3 episode. She performed “This Is Me… Now” in this gorgeous rose dress.
Justin Timberlake & Jimmy Fallon
Justin Timberlake and Jimmy Fallon teamed up for a special appearance during the January 27 episode. They reprised Robin and Barry Gibb during the “Barry Gibb Talk Show” sketch.
Dakota Johnson
Dakota Johnson hosted the January 27 episode of Saturday Night Live. The Madame Web star shined in skits like “Big Dumb Cups” and Please Don’t Destroy’s “Roast.”
Jacob Elordi, Reneé Rapp & Bowen Yang
Jacob Elordi and Reneé Rapp worked alongside Bowen Yang to film SNL promos. The Saltburn star hosted the January 20 episode.
Rachel McAdams
Rachel McAdams made a special appearance during the January 20 episode to introduce Renée Rapp. Renée plays Regina George, the role Rachel originated, in the Mean Girls musical movie.
Jason Momoa
Jason Momoa sported a blonde wig during the “Cast Away” sketch during the November 18 episode of SNL. Tate McRae was the musical guest.
Bad Bunny
Bad Bunny dressed up as Shrek for Please Don’t Destroy’s skit during the October 21 episode. The Puerto Rican rapper was the host and musical guest.
Pete Davidson
Pete Davidson hosted the October 14 episode. This marked his first time hosting since he left as a cast member in 2022.
Timothée Chalamet
Timothée Chalamet played Troye Sivan in a hilarious skit titled “Sleep Study.” The Dune actor hosted the November 11 episode.
Emma Stone
Emma Stone appeared in Please Don’t Destroy’s sketch during the December 2 episode. The Poor Things actress returned to host with musical guest Noah Kahan.
Kate McKinnon & Mikey Day
SNL vet Kate McKinnon returned to host the Christmas episode on December 16. She appeared alongside Mikey Day in the “North Pole News” sketch.
Billie Eilish
Billie Eilish was the musical guest during the December 16 episode. The singer appeared in the “Farm Song” sketch during the Kate McKinnon-hosted episode.
