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Melissa McCarthy Hosts SNL for Sixth Time, Wins Season-Highlight Praise as Dijon Debuts

A snow-drenched holiday monologue plus a run of physical-comedy sketches prompted outlets to call the episode a high point of Season 51.

Overview

  • McCarthy joined an elite group of repeat hosts with her sixth turn, a milestone praised by critics and viewers.
  • She opened with a “mouth horn” gag before a staged blizzard engulfed the stage during her holiday monologue.
  • Reviewers singled out a “UPS Delivery Driver” sketch as the standout among several physical-comedy roles.
  • Musical guest Dijon made his SNL debut, performing “HIGHER!” and “Another Baby!”.
  • Two more December shows are set: Josh O’Connor with Lily Allen on Dec. 13, and Ariana Grande hosting Dec. 20 with Cher as musical guest.