Is Saturday Night Live Airing Tonight? Here’s All You Need to Know About the May 3 Episode
With only three episodes left before Season 50 of Saturday Night Live comes to a close, the countdown has truly begun. This historic season has already given fans a blend of fresh sketches and nostalgic nods, making it one of the most memorable years in the show’s long history.
For many regular viewers, it might be hard to believe that it’s been nearly seven months since Jean Smart opened the season as host.
Since then, we’ve seen iconic characters, surprising cameos, and viral musical performances—Ariana Grande’s unforgettable moment with Pedro Pascal’s “wedding crasher” Domingo still feels like yesterday. And yet, the season finale is now just around the corner.
Is SNL New Tonight, May 3, 2025?
Yes, Saturday Night Live is back tonight with a brand-new episode.
Following a short two-week break after a string of successful shows featuring Mikey Madison, Jon Hamm, and Jack Black, the show returns to Studio 8H tonight, Saturday, May 3. The cast, writers, and crew are ready to bring another evening of live sketch comedy straight to your screens. If you’re lucky and in New York, there’s even a chance to grab a last-minute standby ticket for the live taping.
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Who’s Hosting Saturday Night Live on May 3?
Tonight’s host is none other than Quinta Brunson.
This marks Brunson’s second time hosting SNL. Known widely as the creator and star of Abbott Elementary, she first hosted on April 1, 2023—a performance that earned her an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series.
That episode featured standout sketches like “Traffic Altercation,” which was so popular it even inspired a follow-up sketch in Season 50 titled “Drug Dealer.”
Brunson is no stranger to sketch comedy. Her background includes performances on The Black Lady Sketch Show and History of the World: Part II, both of which showcased her natural comedic timing. Viewers can expect her to bring the same sharp humor and energy to tonight’s episode.
Who Is the Musical Guest on SNL Tonight?
Benson Boone takes the stage as tonight’s musical guest.
The Washington-born singer-songwriter is making his SNL debut ahead of the release of his next album, American Heart, which drops on June 20. Boone has been riding high this year, especially after earning a nomination for Best New Artist at the 67th Grammy Awards.
His performance at the awards show went viral—thanks in part to a gravity-defying gymnastic flip during his hit song “Beautiful Things.”
With Boone’s rising popularity and Brunson’s comedy chops, tonight’s episode is shaping up to be one of the standout shows of the season.
Where Can You Watch Past Episodes of SNL?
If you’re looking to catch up on previous episodes or dive deep into the show’s legendary archive, all episodes of Saturday Night Live—from its 1975 premiere to the latest episodes of Season 50—are available to stream anytime on Peacock.
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