Who’s hosting ‘SNL’ tonight? Musical guest, cast, how to watch Nov. 8 show

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“Saturday Night Live” will air its fifth episode of Season 51 this weekend with a comedian set to host the iconic late-night comedy show for the first time.
Nikki Glaser, who famously starred in the Netflix roast of former NFL quarterback Tom Brady in 2023, is set to make her SNL debut as host.
The 41-year-old Cincinnati, Ohio native is known for other Comedy Central roasts, chaffing stars including Alec Baldwin as well as Rob Lowe.
Here’s what to know about the Saturday, Nov. 8, show, including how to watch it and who the musical guest is this weekend.
How to watch ‘SNL’ on Nov. 8
The Nov. 8 “SNL” episode will be available to watch live on NBC at 11:30 p.m. ET/8:30 p.m. PT.
Viewers can also stream it the next day on Peacock.
Who is the SNL musical guest on Nov. 8?
Alternative rock singer-songwriter Sombr will join the comedian as the show’s musical guest.
Born Shane Michael Boose, the singer is known for his viral TikTok hits “undressed” and “back to friends.”
Who is in the Season 51 ‘SNL’ cast?
Season 51 returning cast 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
New cast members include:
- Tommy Brennan
- Jeremy Culhane
- Ben Marshall
- Kam Patterson
- Veronika Slowikowska
Who exited ‘Saturday Night Live’?
Heidi Gardner, Ego Nwodim, Emil Wakim, Devon Walker and Michael Longfellow were all revealed to be leaving “SNL” in August and September.
Natalie Neysa Alund is a senior reporter for USA TODAY. Reach her at nalund@usatoday.com and follow her on X @nataliealund




