Another exciting season of Saturday Night Live is underway, and fans are in for a treat. As announced on Wednesday (Jan. 7), Cardi B Set to Appear as Musical Guest on ‘Saturday Night Live’ Following Teyana Taylor’s Hosting Debut. Meanwhile, Geese will provide music for the episode hosted by Taylor.
Teyana Taylor Makes Her SNL Hosting Debut
The action kicks off with Finn Wolfhard hosting the first episode of 2026 on Jan. 17, featuring A$AP Rocky as the musical guest. Following that, Teyana Taylor, known for her acclaimed role in One Battle After Another, will step into the spotlight as a first-time host. Taylor has received praise not only for her acting but also for her musical work, with her album Escape Room earning a Best R&B Album nomination ahead of the 2026 Grammys.
Cardi B Returns to 30 Rock
Fans won’t have to wait long for Cardi B, who is scheduled to perform on the Jan. 31 episode hosted by Alexander Skarsgård, marking his first time as SNL host. This isn’t Cardi’s first visit to 30 Rock — she previously performed on a 2018 episode hosted by the late Chadwick Boseman and appeared in the pre-taped sketch “Aidy B & Cardi B” alongside Aidy Bryant.
A Preview of the Little Miss Drama Tour
Cardi B’s return to SNL comes just before her highly anticipated Little Miss Drama Tour, which kicks off in February. The tour promotes her 2025 sophomore album Am I the Drama?, which debuted at number one on the Billboard 200. Fans can expect a high-energy performance filled with hits from the album and classic tracks from her catalog.
SNL’s Star-Studded 51st Season
This latest announcement adds to an already star-studded 51st season of SNL. So far, the season has featured appearances by Bad Bunny and Ariana Grande, along with musical performances from big names such as Cher, Doja Cat, Lily Allen, Olivia Dean, and Sombr. With Cardi B and Teyana Taylor joining the lineup, the show continues its tradition of combining comedy, music, and pop culture in unforgettable ways.