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    After more than four decades of sketch comedy and musical performances, the highly anticipated 50th season of “Saturday Night Live” is coming soon live from New York.

    The milestone season was impacted by several departures, as well as the additions of Ashley Padilla, Emil Wakim and Jane Wickli. Fans can still expect to see some familiar faces, including Kenan Thompson and Bowen Yang.

    Hot off the heels of her third Emmy win for portraying comedian Deborah Vance in HBO’s “Hacks,” Jean Smart will kick off season 50 as host.

    Season 50’s other hosts include returning comedians like John Mulaney and Nate Bargatze, as well as big stars like Michael Keaton and Ariana Grande. Performers for this season include Chappell Roan, Coldplay, Stevie Nicks and Billie Eilish.

    Here’s what to know when the late-night comedy staple returns Saturday night, including whether we can expect Maya Rudolph to return with her fan-favorite Kamala Harris impression.

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    When is the premiere date of ‘SNL’ season 50?

    Season 50 of “Saturday Night Live” premieres Saturday, September 28 at 8:30 PM PT / 11:30 PM ET.

    Emmy-winning actor and comedian Jean Smart, who stars in the American comedy-drama television series “Hacks,” will host the first show of the season.

    The show’s musical guest is Grammy Award-nominated artist Jelly Roll.

    The next four dates, hosts and musical guests are:

    October 5

    Host: Nate Bargatze

    Musical guest: Coldplay

    October 12

    Host: Ariana Grande

    Musical guest: Stevie Nicks

    October 19

    Host: Michael Keaton

    Musical guest: Billie Eilish

    November 2

    Host: John Mulaney

    Musical guest: Chappell Roan

    Where to watch ‘SNL’

    “SNL” episodes can be watched live on NBC at 8:30 PM PT / 11:30 PM ET.

    Viewers can also stream it on Peacock.

    In the crucial election year: ‘SNL’ should be great. It’s only half way.

    Who’s in the cast of ‘SNL’ season 50?

    Former cast member Maya Rudolph will play Vice President Kamala Harris ahead of November’s presidential election, while James Austin Johnson will reprise his role as former President Donald Trump.

    Returning cast members from season 50 include:

    • Michael Che
    • Mikey Day
    • Andreas Dismukes
    • Chloe Fineman
    • Heidi Gardner
    • Marcello Hernández
    • James Austin Johnson
    • Colin Jost
    • Michael Longfellow
    • Ego Nwodim
    • Ashley Padilla
    • Sara Sherman
    • Kenan Thompson
    • Devon Walker
    • Emil Wakim
    • Jane Wickline
    • Bowen Yang

    New cast members announced are:

    • Ashley Padilla
    • Emil Wakim
    • Jane Wicklin

    Meanwhile, Punkie Johnson, Molly Kearney and Chloe Troast will not return this fall.

    Natalie Neysa Alund is a senior reporter for USA TODAY. Reach her at [email protected] and follow her at X @nataliealund.

    Anthony Robledo is a trending news reporter for USA TODAY. Reach him at [email protected] and follow him at X @anthonyarobledo.

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