Pop icons Cher, Ariana Grande, and Lily Allen are set to headline the final episodes of Saturday Night Live‘s 50th season in 2025, NBC announced today. The trio will take the stage as musical guests during the show’s concluding installments before a planned format shift.
This announcement marks a significant moment for the long-running sketch comedy program as it prepares for a transition following its milestone 50th year. The selection of thes diverse and highly influential artists underscores SNL‘s continued relevance in contemporary pop culture and its ability to attract top-tier talent. The final episodes are anticipated to draw substantial viewership, offering a celebratory send-off to a beloved television institution.
Earlier this year, SNL saw performances from Sabrina Carpenter, who performed “Manchild” and “Nobody’s Son” in April, the latter sparking discussion after Rina sawayama publicly addressed perceived cultural insensitivity in the performance. Carpenter also used her hosting slot to address controversy surrounding the cover art for her album Man’s Best Friend, playfully responding to criticism about its suggestive imagery.
During a recent episode hosted by Glen Powell,a clip of his childhood spoof music video featuring Fall Out Boy’s “Sugar,We’re Goin’ Down” garnered attention,prompting the band to jokingly offer Powell the opportunity to direct thier next music video. Olivia Dean also appeared on the show, performing ”Alone The One You Love” from her album The Art Of loving.
