Tonight’s ‘SNL’: Host, Musical Guest, Cast, and How to Watch

Heidi Gardner has officially announced her departure from “Saturday Night Live” (SNL) after an impressive eight-season run. This comes as SNL prepares to air its fourth episode of Season 51.
Upcoming Episode Details
The upcoming episode is set to be hosted by Miles Teller, an actor known for his role in “The Gorge.” This marks Teller’s second appearance as host, having previously taken the stage in October 2022.
When to Watch SNL
- Date: Saturday, November 1
- Time: 11:30 p.m. ET / 8:30 p.m. PT
- Network: NBC
- Streaming: Available the following day on Peacock
Musical Guest
This week’s musical guest will be Brandi Carlile, a celebrated folk rock singer-songwriter known for her powerful performances.
Season 51 Cast Updates
Season 51 of SNL features a mix of returning and new cast members. The returning members include:
- Michael Che
- Mikey Day
- Andrew Dismukes
- Chloe Fineman
- Marcello Hernández
- James Austin Johnson
- Colin Jost
- Sarah Sherman
- Kenan Thompson
- Bowen Yang
- Ashley Padilla
- Jane Wickline
Newcomers this season include:
- Tommy Brennan
- Jeremy Culhane
- Ben Marshall
- Kam Patterson
- Veronika Slowikowska
Recent Departures
In addition to Heidi Gardner, several other cast members are leaving SNL, including Ego Nwodim, Emil Wakim, Devon Walker, and Michael Longfellow. These changes have sparked interest among fans about the future of the show.
This weekend’s episode of “Saturday Night Live” promises to be an exciting one, with fresh faces and familiar talents gracing the stage.



