Vice President Kamala Harris will be making a surprise appearance on this week’s episode of “Saturday Night Live.” The appearance is expected to take place during the show’s traditional, politics-focused cold open. The presence of the Secret Service during the final weekend before the presidential election has kept the appearance under wraps, with neither Harris nor “SNL” representatives responding to requests for comment by The Post.
In addition to Harris, the episode, which will be hosted by former “SNL” cast member John Mulaney, will also feature an appearance by former presidential candidate Sen. Tim Kaine. Kaine is running for a third term against Republican challenger Hung Cao. Controversial former “SNL” cast member Pete Davidson will also make an appearance on the episode. Harris has been the target of mockery on the show in the run-up to the election, with former cast member Maya Rudolph portraying her in several episodes.
Politicians have frequently appeared on “Saturday Night Live” over the years, with former presidential candidate Hillary Clinton and former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin being particularly notable subjects of satire. Other politicians who have made appearances on the iconic NBC show include former President Donald Trump, President Barack Obama, Sen. Bernie Sanders, former senator and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, late Senator John McCain’s running mate Palin, former congressman Bob Dole, and the late President George H.W. Bush.
The final Saturday before the election saw Harris making campaign stops in Atlanta, Georgia, and Charlotte, North Carolina, with former President Donald Trump addressing a crowd in Gastonia, North Carolina, before heading to Milwaukee for an event. The show has a history of using political satire to address relevant issues and provide commentary on current events. Despite the secrecy surrounding the appearance of Harris on this week’s episode, viewers can expect a mix of humor and political satire.
The musical guest for this week’s episode is Chappell Roan. The episode promises to be a blend of humor, politics, and music, with a roster of talented performers and celebrity guests. As “SNL” continues to push boundaries and address important political issues, the appearance of Vice President Kamala Harris is sure to be a highlight of the episode. With the excitement and anticipation building, viewers can expect an entertaining and thought-provoking show that reflects the current state of politics and pop culture in America.
