McCarthy brings a new lineup of hilariously daffy characters to a mixed bag of sketches on SNL, with some of the season's strongest pairing with some that were just kind of there -- but it was a surprise cast member who stole the show!

Born in Barrie, Veronika Slowikowska is a CSA winning actress, viral internet comedian and a future Saturday Night Live hall of fame prospect.

From a drunk raccoon to "Cousin Planet" and more, there was a whole lot to like about SNL's return this weekend. Here's a look at what worked.

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The 51st season of Saturday Night Live continues here in 2025-26, with a new set of hosts and musical guests who will perform. And if you're here, you might be getting ready to watch SNL on Saturday night, Dec. 6, 2025 and wondering: Is it all new tonight? If not, is it a rerun? Who's hosting?

He's b-a-a-ack! We're officially rooting for Domingo and Kelsey (Chloe Fineman), and it was great to see Carpenter back as chaotic childhood bestie Sophie. Veronika Slowikowska, Jane Wickline, and Chloe Fineman are hilarious as the wide-eyed young hosts of ...

In the realm of sketch comedy, few performers have the ability to captivate audiences like Melissa McCarthy. As she prepares to return to Studio 8H on December 6 for her fifth time hosting Saturday Night Live (SNL),

The Saturday Night Live icon welcomes back some famous alums, including Fey's unrecognizable turn as Kristi Noem, including a wild appearance by Aubrey Plaza as the newest 'Hunting Wife' in a throwback-style episode with lots of great new character pieces.