Grammy Winner Lizzo Returns to Saturday Night Live
Lizzo is set to grace the Saturday Night Live stage on April 13, 2025, marking her fourth appearance as a musical guest. This highly anticipated performance follows her recent concert in March 2025, signaling the end of a two-year hiatus from solo shows. In a playful promotional video featuring host Jon Hamm alongside cast members Bowen Yang and Marcello Hernandez, viewers catch a glimpse of Lizzo sporting a vintage Britney Spears t-shirt, highlighting her eclectic style and musical influences.
Upcoming Album: “Love in Real Life”
This appearance coincides with the completion of her fifth studio album, Love in Real Life, which comes after her 2022 album, Special. Lizzo confirmed the album’s readiness via an Instagram post, notably on the same day she underwent an emergency root canal—a testament to her tenacity and commitment to her craft. The album will be preceded by two singles: “Still Bad”and the title track, both of which have generated considerable excitement among her fanbase.
Season 50 of Saturday Night Live
The April 13 episode maintains the beloved show’s traditional scheduling, airing live at 11:30 PM Eastern Time on NBC from Studio 8H in Rockefeller Center. This milestone aligns with the 50th season of SNL, adding further significance to the event. Jon Hamm’s return as host for the fourth time adds to his legacy with the series, which he joined in the 2000s.
Lizzo’s history with SNL is rich; her dual role as both host and musical performer in 2022 was a groundbreaking moment. Her recent Instagram announcement encapsulated her excitement, declaring:
“ALBUM IS DONE YALL.”
Promotional Footage and Group Dynamics
The promotional segments released by NBC showcase the fun and chemistry among Lizzo, Hamm, and the SNL cast. One delightful exchange features the group bonding over a shared love for mozzarella sticks while reminiscing about their favorite scenes from the 1994 film, Angels in the Outfield. Additionally, Hamm adds an unexpected element to the promo by revealing that “Jon”is actually his middle name, showcasing a light-hearted side to his personality.
Details on Lizzo’s New Album
Ahead of her SNL performance, Lizzo’s efforts to promote Love in Real Life have been well underway. The album’s first single debuted in February 2025, building anticipation for her new material. Her recent concert served as a significant preview, where she debuted fresh tracks while also entertaining fans with established hits.
Who is Lizzo?
Lizzo, born Melissa Viviane Jefferson on April 27, 1988, in Detroit, blends classical training with contemporary music styles. Her education began with formal flute lessons starting in fifth grade, eventually leading to a music scholarship at the University of Houston. As a four-time Grammy recipient, her rise to fame included her major-label debut, Cuz I Love You, which earned her first Billboard Top 10 album.
Her single “About Damn Time,”from the 2022 album Special, won the Record of the Year Grammy, making her the first Black female artist to achieve this honor since Whitney Houston in 1994. Beyond her music career, Lizzo has made waves through her reality series Lizzo’s Watch Out for the Big Grrrls, which has won three Primetime Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Competition Program.
Fans can catch the new episode of Saturday Night Live featuring Lizzo on April 13, 2025.