SNL Takes a Break Tonight—Bad Bunny and Doja Cat Return in Season 51 Rerun
Saturday Night Live isn’t live tonight, but fans still have something fun to look forward to. Instead of a brand-new episode, NBC is re-airing the Season 51 premiere, which originally aired on October 4, 2025. That episode featured global superstar Bad Bunny as host and Doja Cat as the musical guest — and it marked one of the most talked-about SNL premieres in recent years.
This rerun gives fans another chance to catch Bad Bunny’s second time hosting the show. Known for his charisma and natural humor, the Puerto Rican artist brought both energy and heart to Studio 8H. His opening monologue was filled with jokes, bilingual moments, and even a bit of reflection about what it means for a Latino performer to take the stage in such an iconic space. During one memorable moment, he said how proud he was to represent his culture, switching seamlessly between English and Spanish to connect with audiences everywhere.
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Doja Cat, meanwhile, made her long-awaited SNL debut — and she didn’t disappoint. She performed two songs from her latest album Vie : “Gorgeous” and “Aaahh Men!” Her performances blended bold visuals with her signature confidence, leaving the audience in awe. Many viewers felt this episode showed how effortlessly she could transition between pop stardom and live television performance.
The episode’s sketches were also packed with highlights. The cold open took a political turn with Colin Jost leading a “Pete Hegseth” parody, while Bad Bunny’s turn on “Jeopardy” became a fan favorite, as he hilariously struggled with the game’s quirky rules. The “Weekend Update” segment featured Michael Che and Jost in peak form, with clever punchlines and guest bits from new cast members like Kam Patterson and Jeremy Culhane.
This season has been an exciting one already. Season 51 introduced five new featured players — Veronika Slowikowska, Ben Marshall, Jeremy Culhane, Tommy Brennan, and Kam Patterson — all finding their footing in SNL’s legendary lineup. With this rerun, audiences get another look at how these newcomers blend with veterans like Bowen Yang, Chloe Fineman, and Sarah Sherman.
SNL will be back live on November 1, with Miles Teller returning as host and Brandi Carlile joining as musical guest. Later in November, comedian Nikki Glaser and actor Glen Powell will each take their turn hosting, alongside musical guests Sombr and Olivia Dean.
So tonight’s not a brand-new SNL — but it’s a great chance to relive the energy of that electric premiere. Bad Bunny’s humor, Doja Cat’s powerhouse performances, and a sharp, energetic cast make this rerun worth watching again. Tune in on NBC or stream it the next day on Peacock, and get ready for more laughs when live shows return next week.
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