Olivia Rodrigo hosts and performs on SNL's season 51 finale stretch
The final stretch of Saturday Night Live's 51st season begins tonight with a star-studded lineup. Olivia Rodrigo takes centre stage as both host and musical guest for the May 2 episode. The show returns at 11:30 p.m. ET on NBC, Peacock, and select streaming platforms.
Tonight’s episode marks Rodrigo’s second appearance on SNL. She previously performed as a musical guest and made her sketch debut during Adam Driver’s hosting stint in Season 49. Viewers can catch the live broadcast on NBC, the NBC app, or NBC.com with a cable subscription. Those without cable can stream it through services like DIRECTV, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, or Sling TV in certain areas.
The season continues with two more high-profile episodes. On May 9, Matt Damon returns as host, joined by musical guest Noah Kahan. The finale on May 16 features Will Ferrell hosting and Paul McCartney as the musical act. All new episodes are available to stream live or on demand via Peacock, offering flexibility for fans to watch at their convenience.
The final three episodes of SNL’s 51st season bring a mix of comedy and music from well-known names. Tonight’s show kicks off the run, with subsequent episodes airing on May 9 and May 16. Audiences can tune in through traditional TV, streaming services, or Peacock for live and on-demand viewing.
