SNL is returning for its 50th season and has revealed their opening lineup.
The NBC sketch comedy has announced the hosts and musical for the first five episodes of the new series, including Ariana Grande returning to hosting duties for a second time, though leaving the musical guest spot open for Stevie Nicks.
Other early performers for this season include Chappell Roan, Billie Eilish, Jelly Roll and Coldplay.
Grande made an appearance in Season 49 as a musical guest and joined a musical “Moulin Rouge” sketch featuring cast member Bowen Yang. The singer is gearing up for the release of Wicked, the first of a two-part musical film that also stars Cynthia Erivo and premieres Nov. 27.
“Saturday Night Live” will celebrate its 50th season with a live primetime special on Feb. 16. The series airs on NBC at 11:30 p.m. ET and streams on Peacock. NBC is owned by NBCUniversal, the parent company of NBC News.
“SNL” is produced in association with Broadway Video. Lorne Michaels is the creator and executive producer.
