Ariana Grande's 'SNL' Appearance Hits Record Ratings

Grande's hosting drew the largest 'SNL' audience since 2021, with significant viewership on both NBC and Peacock.

Ariana Grande's 'SNL' episode on October 12, 2024, attracted 5.6 million viewers, the highest since Elon Musk's 2021 appearance.
The episode featured Stevie Nicks as the musical guest and included popular sketches like 'Bridesmaid Speech' and a Family Feud parody.
Grande's episode became the most-watched 'SNL' on Peacock within the first two days of streaming, though specific numbers were not disclosed.
Social media buzz was substantial, with the episode generating 516 million views across 'SNL's' social platforms.
Upcoming 'SNL' episodes will feature hosts Michael Keaton and John Mulaney, with musical guests Billie Eilish and Chappell Roan, respectively.