Fans Outraged After Dave Chappelle Named as SNL Host

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The show’s newest season is set to air Jan. 18, with Chappelle at the reins and rapper Glorilla as the musical guest.

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Updated Jan. 11 2025 3:30AM EST / Published Jan. 10 2025 6:22PM EST

WASHINGTON, DC - JUNE 20: Dave Chappelle performs onstage during the Dave Chappelle theatre dedication ceremony at Duke Ellington School of the Arts on June 20, 2022 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Shannon Finney/Getty Images) — Shannon Finney/Getty Images

Fans of Saturday Night Live are outraged that controversial comedian Dave Chappelle has been named as the first host of its latest season. The episode is set to air Jan.

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Fans Outraged After Dave Chappelle Named as SNL Host

The show’s newest season is set to air Jan. 18, with Chappelle at the reins and rapper Glorilla as the musical guest.

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