What’s Next for Saturday Night Live
New episodes of Saturday Night Live are not airing tonight. The show is currently on break following its landmark Season 50, which wrapped up on May 17, 2025, with host Scarlett Johansson and musical guest Bad Bunny.
Season 50 Highlights Recap
- Finale (May 17): Scarlett Johansson hosted, with Bad Bunny delivering a memorable musical performance.
- Season Overview: The milestone season featured a star-studded lineup including Lady Gaga, Elton John, Lizzo, Dave Chappelle, Timothée Chalamet, Quinta Brunson, Shane Gillis, and more .
- 50th Anniversary Celebrations: A three-hour primetime special aired on February 16, while Peacock streamed a four-part documentary (“SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night”) and a live “Homecoming Concert” on February 14 .
- Accolades: The season earned a whopping 30 Emmy nominations, recognizing the show’s excellence in writing, production, technical design, and more. Bowen Yang also received an acting nod, becoming the most-nominated Asian male performer in Emmy history .
Looking Ahead: Season 51
- Premiere Date: SNL is set to return with Season 51 beginning Saturday, October 4, 2025
- Current Status: As of now, details around the first host and musical guest have not yet been announced. The anticipation is building, and the new season lineup is expected to be revealed closer to the premiere date.
Summary Table
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Tonight’s Status | No new episode airing |
| Last Episode | May 17, 2025 — hosted by Scarlett Johansson; music by Bad Bunny |
| Season 50 Highlights | Final season, 50th-anniversary events, 30 Emmy nods |
| Next Season Premiere | October 4, 2025 — SNL returns with Season 51 |
| Host + Musical Guest for Next Season | Yet to be announced |
Let me know if you’d like a breakdown of the biggest sketches from Season 50 or help tracking when the new host and musical guest are announced
