Saturday Night Live

Media February 20

A-list comedian Shane Gillis returning to host 'SNL' for second time since being fired from sketch show

Record-breaking standup comic Shane Gillis is set to host NBC's "Saturday Night Live" for the second since he was fired from the sketch comedy show in 2019.

Entertainment February 20

'SNL' denies claim Ryan Reynolds wrote controversial joke about Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni lawsuit

Despite a "Saturday Night Live" staffer claiming Ryan Reynolds' joke during the 50th anniversary special was "his idea," a rep for the sketch comedy show denied his involvement.

Media February 16

'SNL' legends say comedy has become bigger, ‘snarkier’ and more political

Three legendary "Saturday Night Live" cast members reflected on how the comedy landscape has changed since they started their comedy careers.

Media February 15

Liberal former late night host slams 'SNL' creator for telling cast not to be like her in new book

Former TBS late night host Samantha Bee slammed "Saturday Night Live" Lorne Michaels creator after he referred to her as too political in his upcoming memoir.

Books February 12

Joe Piscopo admits Trump support was 'the nail in my coffin in Hollywood'

Joe Piscopo, who famously impersonated Frank Sinatra on "Saturday Night Live," detailed his decades-long friendship with President Trump in his book "Average Joe."

Saturday Night Live February 10

Ben Stiller knew he had to quit 'Saturday Night Live' after four episodes

Ben Stiller knew he had to quit "Saturday Night Live" after four episodes because he "wasn't a great live performer." The actor went on to have a successful movie career.

VIDEO January 19

Comedian Dave Chappelle takes aim at Trump in SNL monologue: 'Do better next time'

Comedian Dave Chappelle took aim at Donald Trump in his 17-minute long monologue on Saturday, calling on the president-elect to "do better," as well as wishing him luck.

Scarlett Johansson December 22

SNL's Colin Jost uncomfortably tells ruthless jokes about wife Scarlett Johansson as she watches backstage

Colin Jost was forced to joke about his marriage to Scarlett Johansson during the "Weekend Update" portion of "Saturday Night Live" while she looked on.

Crime December 8

'SNL' slammed for 'classless' United Healthcare murder segment on 'Weekend Update'

Colin Jost and Michael Che tackled the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson on "Saturday Night Live," leaving some viewers upset.

Exclusive November 29

‘Animal House’ star John Belushi ‘didn't have a prayer', couldn't escape drugs: co-star

On March 5, 1982, "Saturday Night Live" star John Belushi shot a “speedball," a mixture of coke and heroin. He was found dead at the Chateau Marmont in Los Angeles.