“Saturday Night Live” (SNL) continues its 51st season with an exciting episode on November 8. This week, comedian Nikki Glaser will host the show for the very first time. Glaser, 41, is recognized for her work on Comedy Central roasts, including prominent figures such as Alec Baldwin and Rob Lowe, and for her role in the popular Netflix roast of NFL quarterback Tom Brady.
Viewing Details for November 8’s SNL
SNL will air live on NBC at 11:30 p.m. ET / 8:30 p.m. PT. For those who miss the live broadcast, the episode will be available for streaming on Peacock the following day.
Musical Guest for the Evening
This week’s musical guest is Shane Michael Boose, known by his stage name Sombr. The alternative rock singer-songwriter gained popularity through TikTok with viral songs like “undressed” and “back to friends.”
Current SNL Cast Members
Season 51 features a mix of returning and new cast members. Here’s a quick overview:
- Returning Cast:
- 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
- New Cast Members:
- Tommy Brennan
- Jeremy Culhane
- Ben Marshall
- Kam Patterson
- Veronika Slowikowska
Recent Changes to the SNL Cast
This season has seen the departure of several cast members, including Heidi Gardner, Ego Nwodim, Emil Wakim, Devon Walker, and Michael Longfellow. These changes were announced in the months of August and September, marking a new chapter for the iconic show.
As the audience anticipates Nikki Glaser’s hosting debut and Sombr’s musical performance, SNL promises another night of laughter and entertainment on November 8.
