Saturday Night Live: Jean Smart/Jelly Roll (NBC, Saturday, September 28, 2024)

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Saturday Night Live kicks off its 50th season with a bang, as Jean Smart takes on hosting duties for the first time. The Emmy Award-winning actor, known for her outstanding work in the comedy series Hacks, will bring her comedic talents to the SNL stage. Joining her is musical guest Jelly Roll, a Grammy Award-nominated artist who is currently on tour.

The season premiere, airing on NBC on Saturday, September 28, 2024, at 11:29 p.m., marks a significant milestone for the long-running sketch comedy show.

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Jean Smart, a six-time Emmy winner, recently added to her accolades with a third Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series for her role in Hacks. Meanwhile, Jelly Roll, known for his unique blend of music, is set to release his new album, “Beautifully Broken,” on October 11.

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Saturday Night Live Season 50 Episode 1 airs Saturday, September 28, 2024, at 11:29 p.m. on NBC.

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