The popular sketch comedy series, Saturday Night Live, will not air a new episode on February 14, 2026, delaying the highly anticipated hosting debut of Connor Storrie. The cancellation marks the second consecutive week that NBC has preempted the show, primarily due to its extensive coverage of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan.
This interruption in programming is not limited to SNL; a range of NBC shows, including the acclaimed One Chicago franchises, have also paused their regular broadcasts to accommodate the Olympic events. The Olympic coverage is scheduled to begin at 11:30 PM ET and will run until 1 AM ET, taking precedence over the usual comedy lineup.
As fans await the return of SNL, the network has confirmed that the show will resume with its season 51, episode 13 on February 28, 2026. This episode will feature Connor Storrie, known for his breakout role in the series Heated Rivalry, making his hosting debut at Studio 8H. Accompanying him as the musical guest will be the popular band Mumford & Sons.
Despite the absence of promotional materials for the upcoming episode, anticipation remains high. Typically, promotional content is filmed in the week leading up to the live show. Fans are curious whether SNL will leverage Storrie’s recent fame from Heated Rivalry, possibly creating a parody, or if the sketches will take a different direction entirely.
The 2025-2026 television season has seen notable changes within the SNL cast. Following the show’s 50th milestone, several long-standing members, including Heidi Gardner and Ego Nwodim, have announced their departures. Newer cast members such as Devon Walker, Emil Wakim, and Michael Longfellow have also exited. In contrast, the show has welcomed fresh talent, including Tommy Brennan, Kam Patterson, Veronika Slowikowska, and Ben Marshall.
As viewers look forward to the return of SNL, the excitement surrounding Connor Storrie’s hosting debut continues to build. With the combination of his rising star power and the musical performance by Mumford & Sons, the episode promises to be a lively event for fans of the series.
