Melissa McCarthy Brings Holiday Chaos and Comedy to SNL with Snowstorm and Musical Surprises

Melissa McCarthy returned to Saturday Night Live for her sixth time as a host. She put on a festive, chaotic performance that fully captured the spirit of the holiday season. Opening the December show, McCarthy greeted audiences warmly and humorously, celebrating the delight of family, friends, and Christmas customs. Her monologue almost immediately turned into a spectacle when a faux snowstorm swept over her on stage and buried her under flurries as she laughed off the mishap.

The actress brought out her quirky musical talent, playing her self-described "mouth horn," humming the tune to Carol of the Bells, then moving into a fun version of Christmas (Baby Please Come Home). She was eventually joined by cast members Kenan Thompson and Marcello Hernandez, keeping the energy high thanks to comedic banter and musical duets.

The episode's cold open was sharp in its political satire, with Colin Jost playing Pete Hegseth and James Austin Johnson reprising his Donald Trump impression. They joked about military decisions and the phrase "fog of war," in an interesting blend of absurdity and sharp commentary.

McCarthy's hosting marked the first December episode of the season with Dijon serving as the musical guest. The show also teased upcoming hosts, including Josh O'Connor and Ariana Grande, with Cher set to return as a musical guest for the first time since 1987.

McCarthy brought such verve and physical comedy to the episode, and her holiday cheer is infectious. She reminded viewers of why she is one of the favorite returning hosts. She managed to balance a lot of the more slapstick humor with heartfelt moments.