Saturday Night Live Announces Stellar December Lineup: O’Connor, Allen, Grande & Cher Set to Shine
December is shaping up to be a impressive month for fans of Saturday Night Live. The iconic sketch comedy show has unveiled a powerhouse lineup of hosts and musical guests to close out the year, promising unforgettable performances and plenty of laughs.
Josh O’Connor, fresh off his acclaimed role in Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, will take the stage as host on December 13th. This marks his SNL debut, and anticipation is high to see what comedic chops the celebrated actor will bring to Studio 8H.
Lily Allen will accompany O’Connor as the musical guest, making a triumphant return to the show after a 17-year hiatus. She’ll be showcasing tracks from her recently released album, West End Girl, her first full-length project since 2018’s No Shame.
The following week, on December 20th, SNL will deliver a truly special holiday episode. Ariana Grande and Cher will co-headline, creating a unique and highly anticipated pairing.
Grande, currently promoting her role in Wicked: For Good, is no stranger to the SNL stage. I’ve found that her previous hosting appearance in October 2024, alongside Stevie Nicks as the musical guest, was a standout moment. She also graced the show as a musical guest earlier this year, joining host Josh Brolin in February.
Cher’s appearance is particularly noteworthy. She has only performed as a musical guest on SNL once before, way back in 1987 wiht Candice Bergen hosting. While she’s made brief cameos since, including a performance at the SNL50 concert, this will be a rare and exciting opportunity for viewers to see the legendary artist back in action.
Here’s a quick rundown of the December schedule:
* December 13th: Host – Josh O’Connor; Musical Guest – Lily Allen
* December 20th: Hosts – ariana Grande & Cher
These upcoming episodes promise a blend of established talent and fresh energy,making for a December you won’t want to miss. You can expect a festive atmosphere, sharp satire, and memorable musical performances – everything Saturday Night Live is known for.
