An array of stars are converging to celebrate a milestone for "Saturday Night Live" in style. "SNL50: The Red Carpet," a live kickoff special broadcast across NBC, E!, and Peacock on Sunday evening, preceding the main attraction, "SNL50: The Anniversary Special," has secured the talents of hosts Willie Geist and Leslie Jones, along with correspondent Matt Rogers, for an enchanting appearance. Kickstarting at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT, this red-carpet spectacle promises interviews with a glittering array of high-profile guests gracing the anniversary special.
The main event, "SNL50: The Anniversary Special," a three-hour live telecast emanating from Studio 8H in Rockefeller Center, boasts an impressive lineup including Adam Driver, Adam Sandler, Amy Poehler, Andy Samberg, Ayo Edebiri, Bad Bunny, Chevy Chase, Chris Rock, Dave Chapelle, Eddie Murphy, Fred Armisen, Garrett Morris, Jane Curtin, Jason Sudeikis, Jimmy Fallon, John Mulaney, Kate McKinnon, Kenan Thompson, Kim Kardashian, Kristen Wiig, Laraine Newman, Martin Short, Maya Rudolph, Miley Cyrus, Molly Shannon, Pete Davidson, Paul McCartney, Paul Simon, Pedro Pascal, Peyton Manning, Quinta Brunson, Robert De Niro, Sabrina Carpenter, Scarlett Johansson, Seth Meyers, Steve Martin, Tina Fey, Tracy Morgan, Tom Hanks, Will Ferrell, Will Forte, Woody Harrelson, and many more.
Geist, a beloved member of the NBC family, currently stars on "Sunday Today with Willie Geist" on NBC News. He also co-hosts MSNBC's "Morning Joe" and is a frequent host of "Today," in addition to his contributions across various NBC News programs. Jones, a former "SNL" star, garnered three Emmy nominations for her exceptional work on the legendary sketch comedy show. Rogers, a comedian, actor, writer, and podcast host, maintains ties to "SNL" through his popular pop culture podcast "Las Culturistas" with Bowen Yang. His screen credits span "No Good Deed," "I Love That For You," and "Fire Island."
"SNL50: The Red Carpet" is produced by Jesse Ignjatovic, Evan Prager, and Barb Bialkowski for Den of Thieves. Notably, Amelia Dimoldenberg, creator and host of "Chicken Shop Date," will serve as a red carpet correspondent for the "SNL50: Red Carpet Livestream," broadcasting across all "SNL" social and digital platforms (YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, X, and TikTok) from 7-8 p.m. ET.
Prior to this, Jimmy Fallon will host the exhilarating "SNL50: The Homecoming Concert" at Radio City Music Hall on Friday night. Executive produced by Lorne Michaels and Mark Ronson, the concert will witness electrifying performances by Arcade Fire, Backstreet Boys, Bad Bunny, Bonnie Raitt, Brandi Carlile, Brittany Howard, Chris Martin, David Byrne, DEVO, Eddie Vedder, Jack White, Jelly Roll, Lady Gaga, Miley Cyrus, Mumford & Sons, Post Malone, Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Robyn, The B-52s, The Roots, and more.
Thursday morning brought thrilling news: Cher, Lauryn Hill, Dave Grohl, Snoop Dogg, St. Vincent, and Wyclef Jean have joined the ranks of performers, while Ana Gasteyer, Andy Samberg, Maya Rudolph, Paul Shaffer, Tracy Morgan, and Will Ferrell have been confirmed to appear, promising an unforgettable night of nostalgia and entertainment.
