Don’t know if you’ve heard, but Saturday Night Live season 50 is kind of a big deal. Like: It’s the cover of New York magazine and a Reason to Love New York kinda big deal. Also a big deal? Chris Rock and Martin Short, two iconic Saturday Night Live former cast members (and hosts) will host the last two shows of the year. Before they get their chance, Paul Mescal will host Saturday Night Live on December 7, joined by the King of the Billboard Charts, Shaboozey. Then, Rock will take the stage alongside Gracie Abrams, who, based on her young age (25), was probably a big fan of the Madagascar movies. Short closes out the season along with musical guest Hozier — a man who makes sense for the Christmas show, but only because he sounds like he constantly gets lost in pine-filled forests. Below, all the dates, hosts, and musical guests for SNL 50.
September 28: Jean Smart and Jelly Roll
October 5: Nate Bargatze and Coldplay
October 12: Ariana Grande and Stevie Nicks
October 19: Michael Keaton and Billie Eilish
November 2: John Mulaney and Chappell Roan
November 9: Bill Burr and Mk.Gee
November 16: Charli XCX
December 7: Paul Mescal and Shaboozey
December 14: Chris Rock and Gracie Abrams
December 21: Martin Short and Hozier