Summary
"Saturday Night Live" starts its 51st season with Bad Bunny as the host and Doja Cat as the musical guest. The show introduces five new cast members and comes after a successful 50th season with significant cast changes. Bad Bunny's role also ties into current debates over immigration policy due to his stance and upcoming participation in the Super Bowl halftime show.
Key Facts
- "SNL" is starting its 51st season with Bad Bunny as host.
- Doja Cat is the musical guest for the season premiere.
- Five new cast members join the show: Ben Marshall, Tommy Brennan, Jeremy Culhane, Kam Patterson, and Veronika Slowikowska.
- "SNL" recently celebrated its 50th anniversary and won 12 Emmy Awards.
- Bad Bunny just finished a residency in Puerto Rico and will headline the Super Bowl halftime show.
- Bad Bunny is known for his stand on immigration issues affecting his concert decisions.
- The new season begins amid political discussions about immigration and entertainment.
