17 Iconic Reality TV Shows From The 2000s You Forgot You Loved

Nov 01, 2023

Ah, the early 2000s—a time of frosted tips, flip phones, and the birth of reality TV as we know it. It was an era that brought us pulse-pounding dating shows like "Next," celebrity pranks on "Punk'd," and the unforgettable "The Simple Life" with Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie. These shows weren't just entertainment; they were a cultural phenomenon, shaping our weekends and water-cooler conversations and AIM away message status updates.

We recently went down a YouTube rabbit hole to reminisce and relive the unforgettable moments that made the 2000s the golden age of reality TV. Keep reading to see our list of reality TV shows we'd rewatch today in a heartbeat. And, if you're wondering where you can find these time-honored classics for a nostalgia trip, we've also added where to stream each of these treasured blasts from the past.

My Super Sweet 16

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Transport yourself back to the era when extravagance knew no bounds, especially when it came to celebrating sweet 16s. My Super Sweet 16 on MTV was the epitome of opulence, showcasing the lives of ultra-affluent teens as they meticulously planned their birthday bashes, often worth fortunes. But behind the glitz and glamour lay the drama—equivalent to bridezilla moments—as these nepo-babies spared no expense to achieve the most extravagant celebrations imaginable. Now, these over-the-top soirees and jaw-dropping teenage dreams are back in the spotlight, available for your viewing pleasure on Paramount+, Hulu, and MTV. Get ready to witness the rollercoaster of emotions, the clashes of personalities, and perhaps catch a glimpse of familiar faces like the one and only Teyana Taylor.

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MTV Show: NEXT

Remember when swiping left in real life was a thing long before dating apps took over? Next, the iconic MTV dating show, was a spectacle where contestants had the power to swiftly move on by shouting "Next!" if their date didn't measure up. The show was an all about first impressions, with each contestant describing their potential partners in the most hilarious, sometimes brutally honest, and often outrageous ways. Now, this cult classic dating show is available for your viewing pleasure on Paramount+, resurrecting the memorable moments when awkward encounters, quirky personalities, and bizarre dating descriptions took center stage.

The Simple Life

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Revisit Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie's epic cross-country escapades from The Simple Life, which can now be found on Amazon Prime. The Simple Life was a perfect blend of comedy and chaos and truly captured what happened when the ultra-rich socialites swapped their luxurious lifestyles for rural, everyday jobs. And with A24 bringing Paris Hilton's life to the big screen soon, there's no better time than now to catch up.

Punk'd

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Punk'd was a groundbreaking hidden camera prank show that staged practical jokes of the most famous celebrities on the era. The show was known for high-stakes pranks like fake arrests and car thefts to reveal the real, genuine reactions of celebrities in these shocking situations. Ashton Kutcher's epic celebrity pranks are still a riot and a half. Tune into Quibi or Amazon for classic episodes of Punk'd and relive the hilarity.

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America's Next Top Model Cycle 5- Makeovers

Relive reality TV's most iconic moments and whip out that smize with Tyra Banks on Hulu, where America's Next Top Model challenges aspiring models to work that runway and vie to become the next big thing in the fashion world. Tyra Banks leads these beautiful hopefuls through a series of challenges and makeovers that brought all of the drama.

Bad Girls Club

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This Oxygen network original revolved around bringing together a group of young women with completely different backgrounds and personalities and putting them under one roof. This often led to clashes, arguments, and confrontations. The aim was to observe how these women, often dubbed "bad girls" due to their outspoken nature and penchant for conflict, interacted and navigated the challenges of communal living. Head over to Peacock to relive the explosive interactions. The Bad Girls Club features fiery tempers, fierce friendships, and epic meltdowns.

Jersey Shore

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"We're going to the Jersey Shore, b****!" Name a more iconic 2000s reality tv show, we'll wait. Jersey Shore followed the lives of a group of young adults spending their summer on the iconic Jersey Shore in New Jersey. The cast included Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi, Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino, Paul "Pauly D" DelVecchio, Jenni "JWoww" Farley, Ronnie Ortiz-Magro, Sammi "Sweetheart" Giancola, Vinny Guadagnino, and Angelina Pivarnick (in the earlier seasons). The show became a cultural phenomenon and catapulted endless new phrases into our everyday vernacular, like fist pump and GTL (Gym, Tan, Laundry). Revisit the Jersey Shore crew's antics on Hulu or Paramount+.

Parental Control

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Get ready for parents to set up blind dates and watch their kids squirm. The premise of the show involved parents who were dissatisfied with their child's current romantic partner. The parents would take charge by setting up their son or daughter on dates with potential new suitors. Meanwhile, the current boyfriend or girlfriend would be watching the date unfold from a van with the parents, adding a layer of reality TV drama. You can find Parental Control on Paramount+.

Laguna Beach

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Dive back into the sun-soaked drama of Laguna Beach on Paramount+, where teenage romances and friendships take center stage. The show followed affluent high school students living in the picturesque coastal town of Laguna Beach, CA. The series followed the daily lives Lauren Conrad, Kristin Cavallari, Stephen Colletti, Lo Bosworth, and others, as they navigated high school, friendships, parties, and the ups and downs of teenage life. The opening credits theme song from Hilary Duff still lives rent free in our heads.

Toddlers & Tiaras

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While the pageant contest saw its prime in the later end of the aughts, there's nothing more memorable than a 5-year-old with a full face and set of chompers. You can catch Toddlers & Tiaras on Hulu.

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Making The Band

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Revisit Diddy's search for the ultimate musical group on MTV's Making the Band, available on Hulu and Amazon. The show featured auditions and showcased the process of selecting members to form a new band, along with the intense training that went with it. Danity Kane was our favorite band to emerge from the series, with top hits like "Show Stopper" we still hum in our heads today.

Flavor Of Love

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VH1's hit dating show is back on Hulu! Flavor Flav's quest for love is as entertaining as ever and we can't thank him enough for introducing us to one of our fave reality TV show divas, New York AKA Tiffany Pollard.

What Not To Wear

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Fashion police, anyone? What Not To Wear is now streaming on Amazon Prime, showcasing epic style transformations. And if you really missed Stacy and Clinton, you can catch them on their reunion tour!

Keeping Up With The Kardashians

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Circle back to the moments that made us want to keep up with the Kardashian clan on Peacock. The first season of Keeping Up with the Kardashians focused on the personal lives of the Kardashian-Jenner clan, primarily featuring Kris Jenner, her then-husband Caitlyn Jenner (formerly known as Bruce Jenner), and their children: Kourtney, Kim, Khloé, and Rob Kardashian, and Kendall and Kylie Jenner.

The Real Housewives Of Orange County

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"The Real Housewives" franchise premiered with The Real Housewives of Orange County on March 21, 2006, on the Bravo network. This became one of our favorite reality TV shows because of the wild drama that followed the lives of a group of affluent women living in Orange County, California. The success of this initial series led to the creation of multiple spin-offs in different cities — some of our faves include The Real Housewives of New York, The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City,The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, andThe Real Housewives of Miami. Follow the OG Housewives on Peacock, where the drama, catfights, and lavish lifestyles are on full display.

The Hills

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This Laguna Beach spin off reality TV show followed Lauren Conrad's life after high school as she pursued a fashion career in Los Angeles. Join LC and the gang in this MTV classic, now streaming on Paramount+ to relive the drama, the mascara tears ("You know what you did!"), and the dreamy California scenes.

Big Brother

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Enter the Big Brother house and watch contestants battle for survival. You can watch this reality game show on Paramount+ and be part of the drama once again.

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All Signs Point To Ariana Leaving "Vanderpump Rules" After This Explosive Season 11 Reunion Trailer

While Vanderpump Rules season 11 could seemingly be in a slump after last year's bombshell ending, it's actually been quite an intense slow burn leading up to the reunion. Tensions, while not as viscerally explosive, are at an all-time high — and not just with Ariana. Katie's over anyone who crosses her boundaries, James isn't interested in Sandoval's BS return campaign, Ariana obviously can't stand Tom, and Lala and Scheana are not only caught in the cross fires — they're starting their own declarations of war. While everyone firmly stood their ground, wavering here and there to regain a semblance of the friendships they once had, the tension continued to rise to this very emotional boiling point — the reunion.

Instead of the typical reunion format, Andy has the cast watch the final episode together, gauging their reactions to the sum of the season in real time — and it's tough. There are tears across the board, big accusations, and even bigger surprises. Here's what we know so far.

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We're no strangers to this cast's emotive facial expressions in their reaction shots, but this is on another level. From their crocodile tears to their WTF's, it's clear nobody held back during this reunion — and that's to be expected. What's the most surprising — and potentially proving my Vanderpump Rules theories to be correct — is how much talk there is about "real life" and "walking away."

The first mention of leaving, is in a conversation between Tom and Scheana where she says, "You should have walked out the f--king door." This is likely in regards to either the #Scandoval of it all, or some of Tom and Ariana's few arguments this season. Okay, that's par for the course given the drama of the last year.

It's the next couple of comments that really get my gears turning about what happens at this year's reunion, though. Through tears, Lala says, "Everyone wants to live their real life — I wanna live my real life now!" Out of context, this doesn't make much sense. She could be talking about moving on from Randall and living her "real life" with her children, but I don't think that's it.

Think about it...what have we heard about this reunion so far? That Ariana never "eviscerated" Lala, but that the two aren't friends anymore — all of which is basically confirmed by Lisa, Lala, and even Ariana herself. So with that in mind, what could Ariana have possibly said or done that would both end their friendship and have Lala so upset about getting to her "real life"? Leave the show for her own real life.

While this is all obviously speculative, even Lisa gives credence to this theory. Towards the end of the trailer, she says, "Sometimes, it's okay to walk away." And while the audience could tie this back to Scheana's conversation with Tom (we all know the producers love to work their editing magic on these teasers), I think she's talking about Ariana knowing when it's time to leave.

All of this to say? I can't wait to watch this three-part reunion, snacks and chardonnay in-hand!

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Oprah Announced Her Book Club's 105th Pick!

Oprah Winfrey is much more than a legend. She's one of the reigning stars of daytime TV, creating such a memorable empire that just her first name carries weight. She's full of wisdomand loves celebrating the success of others. Excuse me, that's grounds for a standing ovation.

In addition to all of the things she's accomplished, Oprah has steadily added books to her book club list since 1996. To date, there are 105 titles she's read and chosen to share with others. If you're thinking, "That's a lot of books" then I agree. But, her goal is to highlight both seasoned and new writers who dare to weave together fiction as well as nonfiction works.

After going through the list, here's everything we think you need to add to your at-home library.

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Yesterday, Oprah announced her book club's 105th pick On OprahDaily.com and CBS Mornings, where she appeared with author Colm Tóibín to discuss his newly released book Long Island. She had nothing but praise for the novel and said, "I was captivated. Tóibín builds the story around a woman whose life changes seemingly overnight with the news of her husband’s infidelity. It opens the door to her own secrets, grappling with choices she made long ago, urging her to break free from the silences she built around her life. A wonderful page-turner to start your summer reading.”

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On OprahDaily.com and CBS Mornings, Oprah Winfrey excitedly shared her book club's 104th pick: The Many Lives of Mama Love by Lara Love Hardin. In a touching video, Oprah can be seen surprising Hardin in what feels like a "full circle moment." While trying to process her book being chosen as Oprah's next book club pick, Hardin can be heard saying, "I'm just overwhelmed right now. I'm so grateful."

It's a memoir that details how Hardin's past addiction to opiates caused her to make dire decisions that led her to serve jail time. Not only that, but Hardin eventually finds a way to show herself grace as she reconnects with her children and becomes an ally for other women who are incarcerated.

For a sneak peek of what you can expect in the novel, read an exclusive excerpt on OprahDaily.com!

Long Island by Colm Tóibín

Long Island tells the tale of Eilis Lacey and the discovery of her husband's infidelity. Things start off well enough with Eilis and her husband Tony Fiorello living near his family. The family spends a lot of time together and it feels like they have a quintessential bond that can't be broken.

But when Eilis discovers that a man's wife is carrying Tony's child and they don't want anything to do with the baby, she begins to start looking at her own desires as well as the things she's kept secret for the sake of her marriage. She ends up journeying to a familiar place to rediscover herself and it ignites an inner flame that she thought she lost.

The Many Lives of Mama Love by Lara Love Hardin

According to OprahDaily.com, here's the reading schedule for The Many Lives of Mama Love that'll take place on Oprah's book club's Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok channels.

Week #1: Chapters 1–8

Pages 1 to 103

Discussion begins on Saturday, March 9.

Week #2: Chapters 9–14

Pages 105 to 206

Discussion begins on Saturday, March 16.

Week #3: Chapter 15–End

Pages 207 to 304

Discussion begins on Saturday, March 23.

Be sure to grab your copy of The Many Lives of Mama Love so you can join the discussion!

Let Us Descend

Also listed on the Amazon top books list, Let Us Descend is a masterful tale that views slavery through the lens of a young girl who makes powerful discoveries as along her journey. When Annis is sold by her father — a white slave owner — she finds herself thrust into a world at a sugar plantation. Guided by otherworldly spirits, she finds herself coming to terms with who she is despite her circumstances.

"Demon Copperhead" by Barbara Kingsolver Has Something Big To Celebrate

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Last year on Instagram, Oprah's book club announced that Demon Copperhead by Barvara Kingsolver was celebrating a longstanding run on the NYT Bestseller list. This is surely a testament to the way Kingsolver weaves emotion into her written work for readers to feel.

Read our synopsis of "Demon Copperhead" below!

Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver

It comes as no surprise that Demon Copperhead continues to give a name and face to the perils the young face while growing up. In this case, Demon is learning to come to terms with his upbringing along with the feeling he's not being seen.

Wellness

Oprah's latest book club pick is written by the talented Nathan Hill. Hill paints a picture of the how the idealistic view of marriage and life can feel out of touch with reality. After falling in love during their college days, Jack and Elizabeth are shocked to discover things feel vastly differently decades later. Forced to either turn from each other or peel back layers of hidden things they've never addressed, they make a decision that'll change the course of everything they've known.

Bittersweet by Susan Cain

Bittersweet tackles an emotion we know all too well — sadness. Susan Cain calls for readers to acknowledge that they don't always feel positive, especially when heartbreaking things occur in life.

Nightcrawling by Leila Mottley

With the odds seemingly stacked against them, siblings Kiara and Marcus do what they can to survive while also helping a young neighbor. However, a chance encounter with a stranger grants Kiara with a job that helps sustain them — until she's caught up in a web of secrets that begins with an investigation. Found out what fate has in store for her in Nightcrawling.

Hidden Valley Road: Inside the Mind of an American Family by Robert Kolker

Robert Kolker takes a look at how six of the Galvin children were diagnosed with schizophrenia while the other four weren't. Hidden Valley Road: Inside the Mind of an American Family details how a 'perfect' example of a nuclear family grappled with secrets and mental illness, something that sounds all too familiar.

Olive, Again by Elizabeth Strout

Olive is all at once stubborn and lovable in Olive, Again. From an odd birth experience to her reluctance to accept an inheritance, Olive's life goes through a series of ups and downs that readers will be able to resonate with.

Wild by Cheryl Strayed

In a different take of Eat, Pray, Love, young Cheryl decides to go on a hike of more than a thousand miles after the death of her mother and dissolution of her marriage. Her journey is one of self-discovery and healing all at once.

Sula by Toni Morrison

Two friends, Nel and Sula, have a strong bond that takes them through many stages in their lives. But when a betrayal rocks their friendship, they find themselves on opposing sides. Learn what their outcome is in Sula.

House of Sand and Fogby Andre Dubus III

Living with roommates can prove to be tricky but one thing's for sure - stories and lives often intertwine. House of Sand and Fog weaves a tale of strangers whose lives do just that and then some.

The Poisonwood Bible by Barbara Kingsolver

The Poisonwood Bible follows the Price family, led by devout Evangelist Nathan, as they travel to the Congo in 1959. Determined to save souls, Nathan's fierceness and stubborn nature lead to tragedy that changes the trajectory of the women in his life.

White Oleander by Janet Fitch

When Astrid's mother is sentenced for committing murder, she faces herself immersed in the foster care system in Los Angeles. As the things she faces changes from each home she's placed in, Astrid comes of age and somehow finds her footing.

The Pilot's Wifeby Anita Shreve

When Kathryn's pilot husband dies in a crash, the peaceful and predictable life she'd been living is upended. What happens when she begins to doubt her husband's identity? Find out in The Pilot's Wife.

The Way of Integrity: Finding The Path to Your True Self by Martha Beck

Martha Beck paints a case of what it means to live a life that aligns with our true self in The Way of Integrity: Finding The Path to Your True Self. She also shares what happens when we fall out of that alignment but offers attainable ways to figure out who we really are.

Bewilderment by Richard Powers

When astrobiologist Theo Byrne finds himself coming to terms with his wife's death and their son's troubled behavior, he finds himself willing to do whatever it takes to get him the help he needs. Faced with a chance to try a neurofeedback treatment that features the brain patterns of his late wife, Theo decides it's worth trying in Bewilderment.

Gilead by Marilynne Robinson

Reverend John Ames decides to write to his son about his family's history - particularly that of his father and grandfather in Gilead. It's a tale that weaves together spirituality, wisdom and more.

More titles on Oprah Winfrey's Book Club List:

The Covenant of Water by Abraham Verghese
Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano
That Bird Has My Wings by Jarvis Jay Masters
Finding Me by Viola Davis
The Love Songs of W.E.B. Dubois by Honorée Fanonne Jeffers
The Sweetness of Water by Nathan Harris
Home by Marilynne Robinson
Lila by Marilynn Robinson
Jack by Maryilnne Robinson
Caste: The Origins of Our Discontent by Isabel Wilkerson
Deacon King Kong by James McBride
American Dirt: A Novel by Jeanine Cummins
The Water Dancer: A Novel by Ta-Nehisi Coates
Becoming by Michelle Obama
The Sun Does Shine by Anthony Ray Hinton
An American Marriage by Tayari Jones
Behold the Dreamers by Imbolo Mbue
Love Warrior by Glennon Doyle
The Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead
Ruby by Cynthia Bond
The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd
The Twelve Tribes of Hattie by Ayana Mathis
A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens
Great Expectations by Charles Dickens
Freedom by Jonathan Franzen
Say You're One of Them by Uwen Akpan
The Story of Edgar Sawtelle by David Wroblewski
A New Earth by Eckhart Tolle
The New Pillars of the Earth by Ken Follett
Love in the Time of Cholera by Gabriel García Márquez
Middlesex by Jeffrey Eugenides
The Road by Cormac McCarthy
The Measure of a Man by Sidney Poitier
Night by Elie Wiesel
A Million Little Pieces by James Frey
Light In August by William Faulkner
The Sound and Fury by William Faulkner
As I lay Dying by William Faulkner
The Good Earth by Pearl S. Buck
Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy
The Heart Is a Lonely Hunter by Carson McCullers
One Hundred Years of Solitude by Gabriel García Márquez
Cry, The Beloved Country by Alan Paton
East of Eden by John Steinbeck
Fall on Your Knees by Ann-Marie MacDonald
A Fine Balance by Rohinton Mistry
The Corrections by Jonathan Franzen
Cane River by Lalita Tademy
Stolen Livens by Malika Oufkir and Michėle Fitoussi
Icy Sparks by Gwyn Hyman Rubio
We Were The Mulvaneys by Joyce Carol Oates
Drowing Ruth by C/hristina Schwartz
Open House by Elizabeth Berg
While I was Gone by Sue Miller
The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison
Back Roads by Tawni O'Dell
Daughter of Fortune by Isabel Allende
Gap Creek by Robert Morgan
Vinegar Hill by Manette Ansay
River, Cross My Heart by Breena Clarke
Tara Road by Maeve Binchy
Mother of Pearl by Melinda Haynes
The Reader by Bernhard Schlink
Jewel by Bret Lott
Where the Heart Is by Billie Letts
What Looks Like Crazy on an Ordinary Day by Pearl Cleage

See Oprah Winfrey's entire book club list here.

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SNL Season 49 Will End With Sabrina Carpenter & Jake Gyllenhaal

Saturday Night Live is back in full swing! We can use a good laugh now more than ever, and the lighthearted pop culture commentary (as well as the more biting satire) Saturday Night Live offers is very, very welcome. Here's everything to know about SNL season 49, including all the SNL hosts,guests, and a brand new SNL cast member!

Keep checking back here for the latest news all season.

Is Sabrina Carpenter playing SNL season 49?

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Yes, Sabrina Carpenter will be the final musical guest for SNL season 49. I hope we hear "Nonsense" and "Espresso"! The Eras Tour opener will play alongside host Jake Gyllenhaal, and considering he's the inspo behind Taylor Swift's "All Too Well," I simply HAVE to know what Taylor thinks. (And whether Sabrina and Jake will talk about the Taylor of it all).

Who is hosting Saturday Night Live?

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Here's the full list of SNL hosts and SNL guests for Saturday Night Live season 49. Check back here for each week's update:

October 14, 2023: Host Pete Davidson and musical guest Ice Spice.
October 21, 2023: Host and musical guest Bad Bunny.
October 28, 2023: Host Nate Bargatze and musical guest Foo Fighters.
November 11, 2023: Host Timothée Chalamet and musical guest Boygenius.
November 18, 2023: Host Jason Momoa and musical guest Tate McRae.
December 2, 2023: Host Emma Stone and musical guest Noah Kahan.
December 9, 2023: Host Adam Driver and musical guest Olivia Rodrigo.
December 16, 2023: Host Kate McKinnon and musical guest Billie Eilish.
January 20, 2024: Host Jacob Elordi and musical guest Renée Rapp.
January 27, 2024: Host Dakota Johnson and musical guest Justin Timberlake.
February 3, 2024: Host Ayo Edebiri and musical guest Jennifer Lopez.
March 2, 2024: Host Sydney Sweeney and musical guest Kacey Musgraves.
March 9, 2024: Host Josh Brolin and musical guest Ariana Grande.
March 30, 2024: Host Ramy Youssef and musical guest Travis Scott.
April 6, 2024: Host Kristen Wiig and musical guest Raye.
April 13, 2024: Host Ryan Gosling and musical guest Chris Stapleton.
May 4, 2024: Host and musical guest Dua Lipa.
May 11, 2024: Host Maya Rudolph and musical guest Vampire Weekend.
May 18, 2024: Host Jake Gyllenhaal and musical guest Sabrina Carpenter.

When was Taylor Swift on SNL?

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Taylor Swift made a surprise appearance on SNL season 49 on October 14, 2023 to introduce musical guest Ice Spice. Taylor also served as the musical guest on SNL in November 2021 ahead of her Red (Taylor's Version) release. And even though she didn't make an appearance on the April 13, 2024 episode of SNL, host Ryan Gosling (and special guest Emily Blunt) did a spoof cover of her hit song "All Too Well."

"All Too Well (Ryan and Emily's Version) !!! Watch me accidentally catch myself singing this version on tour," Taylor Swift wrote in an Instagram story. "This monologue is everything." The real question is, when will we see Ryan Gosling as one of the Eras Tour celebrity guests!!

When is Ryan Gosling hosting SNL season 49?

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Ryan Gosling is hosting an episode of SNL season 49 on April 13, 2024, alongside musical guest Chris Stapleton. Gosling is fresh off an Oscars nomination for Barbie and quite the energetic performance of his song in the blockbuster movie, "I'm Just Ken".

When was Kristen Wiig on SNL?

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April 6 will be Kristen Wiig's fifth time hosting SNL! The comedian and Palm Royale actress became a cast member during season 32 in 2006, and later hosted episodes after she left the show in 2012. I'm really hoping we see a new sketch featuring her Target Lady!

How many times has Ryan Gosling hosted SNL?

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Ryan Gosling has previously hosted SNL two times. His April 13th appearance will mark his third time hosting.

Is Sydney Sweeney hosting an episode of SNL season 49?

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Yes, Sydney Sweeney hosted SNL on March 2, 2024. She was joined by Kacey Musgraves as the musical guest. This episode was Sydney's SNL debut, and after projects like Euphoria, Anyone But You, and Madame Web, there was *plenty* of material to pull from.

What episode of SNL is Ariana Grande on?

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Ariana Grande joined host Josh Brolin for SNL season 49 on March 9, 2024 in honor of their respective projects Eternal Sunshine and Dune 2. I hope we get to see Ariana (or Cynthia Erivo) again later this year for Wicked!

How can I watch SNL season 49?

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Musical guest Ice Spice, host Pete Davidson, and Kenan Thompson during Promos in Studio 8H on Thursday, October 12, 2023.

Saturday Night Live premieres every Saturday at 11:30pm EST, but you can also stream new episodes on Peacock!

Who is the new cast of SNL Season 49?

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Anchor Colin Jost, anchor Michael Che and Molly Kearney during Weekend Update on Saturday, April 15, 2023.

While no SNL season 49 cast members are leaving the show, NBC did add a new face to the cast: comedian Chloe Troast, who's based in New York City. In addition to Troast, the other featured cast members are Marcello Hernandez, Molly Kearney, Michael Longfellow, and Devon Walker.

The main Saturday Night Live cast members include Michael Che, Mikey Day, Andrew Dismukes, Chloe Fineman, Heidi Gardner, Punkie Johnson, Colin Jost, Ego Nwodim, Kenan Thompson, Bowen Yang, James Austin Johnson, and Sarah Sherman.

Who is leaving SNL Season 49?

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There are no cast departures for Saturday Night Live season 49. After long-time SNL cast members like Cecily Strong, Kate McKinnon, Aidy Bryant, Pete Davidson, Melissa Villaseñor, and Chris Redd recently left, we're glad that we won't have to say goodbye to anyone else for a bit.

How to get Saturday Night Live tickets in 2024?

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Host Quinta Brunson during the Monologue on Saturday, April 1, 2023.

Unfortunately, the Saturday Night Live season 49 ticket lottery is closed, but it'll open back up this summer! But you do have the opportunity to do the SNL standby line. The link to apply for standby tickets opens at 10am the Thursday before a show.

All you have to do is make a standby reservation for either the rehearsal or live show, and if you get approved, arrive at the 49th Street NBC Studios Marquee between 6pm and 7pm the Friday before a show. Standby cards will be handed out at 12:01am the Saturday morning of a show!

You can read the full instructions here — and read our entertainment editor Chloe's experience attending SNL here! Just make sure your entire party is with you, and good luck!

When is Ayo Edebiri hosting Saturday Night Live?

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Ayo Edebiri attends the 29th Annual Critics Choice Awards at Barker Hangar on January 14, 2024.

The Bearstar Ayo Edebiri hosted SNL on February 3, 2024, with Jennifer Lopez as musical guest for the evening. Ayo's sense of humor is dry, witty, and sharp, which was perfect for Saturday Night Live! The best sketch of the night (aside from a pre-tape about the Dune 2popcorn buckets) was Solomon and the school hypnotist. I almost cried from laughing so hard!

What episode of SNL is Jacob Elordi hosting?

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Host Jacob Elordi, musical guest Renée Rapp, and surprise guests Rachel McAdams and Megan Thee Stallion on Saturday, January 20, 2024.

Jacob Elordi hosted SNL season 49 on January 20, 2024. The episode featured Mean Girlsactress Renée Rapp as the musical guest, but there were also two surprise additions to the SNL cast that night!

Both Megan Thee Stallion, who joins Renée on the Mean Girls song "It's Not My Fault" and Rachel McAdams, who played Regina George in the original movie, showed up to the show as well!

How many times has Billie Eilish been on SNL?

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Host and musical guest Billie Eilish during the Monologue on Saturday, December 11, 2021.

December 16, 2023 was Billie Eilish's third time on SNL. She hosted in 2019, and then was the host and the musical guest in 2021. This time around, she was joined by host Kate McKinnon, who's an SNL and Barbie movie alum. We were ready for an all-out Barbie extravaganza — and they didn't disappoint.

When was Travis Kelce on SNL?

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Host Travis Kelce during the Monologue on Saturday, March 4, 2023.

Travis Kelce's most recent SNL appearance came on October 14, 2023, at the end of a skit about hisrecent relationship with pop star Taylor Swift. Watch the skit (and Travis Kelce's cameo) here!

When did Saturday Night Live season 49 premiere?

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Bowen Yang, Sarah Sherman, Heidi Gardner, Marcello Hernández, Host Ana De Armas, Mikey Day, Musical guest Karol G, Chloe Fineman, and Michael Longfellow during the Goodnights & Credits on Saturday, April 15, 2023.

Saturday Night Live season 49 premiered on October 13, 2023! We've seen some amazing sketches, musical performances, and very special guests so far. The final episode of SNL season 48 aired on April 15, 2023 with Ana de Armasas the host and performances from singer Karol G.

Check back here for the latest news on SNL season 49!

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This post has been updated with additional reporting by Meredith Holser.

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Chad Michael Murray Teases "A Cinderella Story" Anniversary Surprise

Somehow, we have reached the 20th anniversary of A Cinderella Story. (2004 really was THAT year. The Notebook, A Cinderella Story,Mean Girls). Behind the scenes of an interview with the Today Show, Chad Michael Murray (who played Austin Ames in the movie opposite Hilary Duff's Sam) teased some kind of celebration coming our way!

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"Do you realize this July is the 20th anniversary of A Cinderella Story?" Chad Michael Murray asks the camera. "Next week, we're going to do a little Austin Ames wink and nod to at the fans. You'll see."

There are literally so many things Chad could do in honor of the anniversary, which is happening July 16. The actor has played basketball at his One Tree Hill reunions, so maybe he'd play some football. He could also break out his old costume or reenact the iconic "Waiting for you is like waiting for rain in this drought. Useless and disappointing," scene with Hilary Duff — but TBH I hope whatever he does, he does it with Hilary. This would be the reunion I've been waiting for!!

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Chad Michael Murray has talked about the fun of filming A Cinderella Story in the past — and how hilarious it is his character supposedly couldn't recognize Hilary Duff in the mask. "If you go to masquerade mall and a girl you see almost every day is wearing a small mask and her entire face is exposed and you still can't recognize her, you should probably see an eye doctor... among a few other doctors," he jokes with E! News.

How will you be celebrating the anniversary of A Cinderella Story this July? Let us know on Facebook!

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These "Bridgerton" Stars Might Be Dating IRL

If there's one word to describe Bridgerton, it's romantic. The costumes, the makeup, the press tour moments between season 3 leads Nicola Coughlan and Luke Newton — all of it leaves me giggling and kicking my feet. And apparently, love might be in the air for two other Bridgerton cast members: Luke Thompson and Harriet Cains!

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Luke Thompson (who plays Benedict Bridgerton) and Harriet Cains (Philippa Featherington) were spotted at the Vanity Fair EE BAFTA Rising Star Party together, and they were getting cozy. The deeper I go into the rabbit hole the more I find and suddenly, this is my favorite (potential) celebrity couple!

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These besties are clearly so comfortable around each other, and aren't afraid to get up close and personal. (A fact that might scandalize Harriet's character Philippa Featherington. It seems pretty par for the course for Benedict Bridgerton). Luke Thompson and Harriet Cains might be the couple I'm rooting for, but fans are also hoping to see Benedict find love with Sophie Beckett in Bridgerton season 4. And Luke is expecting to learn even more about his character the longer the show sticks around.

"The more you stay with a character, the more you start to see the chinks in the armor, a bit of vulnerability," he told Vestal Mag in 2022. "Benedict is no exception this season, no matter how blasé he seems to want to be."

I love seeing how Benedict isn't afraid to be his goofy self, and how much he looks out for his siblings (particularly Eloise, which is my favorite relationship on the show!), but things might change once he really, truly falls in love. I don't think Sophie will make him act any less himself, but I'm excited to see how she brings out different parts of his personality we haven't seen yet — and emphasizes the aspects we know and love.

Check out our Bridgerton season 3 interview for more news on your favorite show, and see if the Bridgerton World Tour is coming to a city near you!

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