‘SNL’ nabs Jalen Brunson, Shane Gillis to host Season 52 – See the full lineup

The late-night sketch show has revealed its first set of hosts and musical guests for its upcoming 52nd season, which premieres Sept. 26 on NBC.

The season premiere will be hosted by New York Knicks point guard Jalen Brunson, solidifying his role as "King of New York" after winning the 2026 NBA Finals, with musical guest KATSEYE. Both Brunson and KATSEYE are first-timers at "SNL."

The following week, Dakota Johnson will take over as host for the third time with musical guest Turnstile on Oct. 3. They'll be followed by another three-time host, Shane Gillis, on Oct. 10, with musical guest Rosalía.

And "Obsession" actress Inde Navarrette is making her hosting debut on Oct. 31, the Halloween episode, with musical guest Gracie Abrams.

No additional "SNL" hosts or musical guests have been announced. Prior to the annual summer hiatus, Will Ferrell most recently took the stage at Studio 8H on May 16 with musical guest Paul McCartney. Bad Bunny hosted the premiere episode of Season 51 in October 2025.

Other Season 51 hosts included first-timers like Sabrina Carpenter and Glen Powell, as well as returning stars like Amy Poehler, Melissa McCarthy and Ariana Grande.

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