In what has been a largely uneven Saturday Night Live season (shakily written sketches, over-reliance on cameo appearances and a significant rookie contingent that has struggled to find its place and gel with more established players - to name a few problems),

McCarthy brings a new lineup of hilariously daffy characters to a mixed bag of sketches on SNL, with some of the season's strongest pairing with some that were just kind of there -- but it was a surprise cast member who stole the show!

The 51st season of Saturday Night Live continues here in 2025-26, with a new set of hosts and musical guests who will perform. And if you're here, you might be getting ready to watch SNL on Saturday night, Dec. 6, 2025 and wondering: Is it all new tonight? If not, is it a rerun? Who's hosting?

The two-time Oscar nominee served as one of the final hosts of 'SNL' in 2025, with Josh O’Connor and Ariana Grande slated to lead the next finale two episodes of the year.

Melissa McCarthy flaunted her weight loss transformation as she took on hosting duties for the latest episode of “Saturday Night Live.” The “Bridesmaids” star, who has been showing off her thinner frame since dropping approximately 95 pounds, wore a black velvet jumpsuit as she returned to “SNL” for the sixth time as host.

Melissa McCarthy debuted a visibly slimmer physique while hosting "Saturday Night Live," with many fans complimenting her appearance on social media.

SNL season 51 episode 7 is all set to air on December 6, 2025 at 11:30 p.m. ET/9:30 p.m. CT on NBC. Know who is going to host the night and who is making their appearance on the show as musical guest.