Sabrina Carpenter Returns to SNL for Snack Homiez Encore in 2026 Kickoff
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In a surprise turn this weekend, Sabrina Carpenter resurfaced on saturday night Live for the show’s first episode of 2026, reviving her digital-age persona as one of four teen hosts of a self‑described “Snack Homiez” podcast.
The 2026 appearance echoes Carpenter’s earlier SNL run, as the sketch’s core cast returns to the screen with a fresh lineup and new guests. The original Snack Homiez sketch debuted during the show’s third episode of the season, with Carpenter serving as host and musical guest. Her character, Tayson, was joined by Chloe Fineman’s braylor, Jane Wickline’s Kyler, and Veronika Slowikowska’s Jason.The foursome debated Halloween candy and vegetables before welcoming a guest portraying former president Donald Trump (portrayed by James Austin Johnson).
On this weekend’s edition, the Snack Homiez welcomed Braylor’s 16-year-old cousin Michah (played by Stranger Things star finn Wolfhard), a flashy internet figure described as a “looks-maxxing gigachad” Twitch personality, and A$AP Rocky, who appeared as the musical guest and pitched his own Rap snacks line.
Carpenter’s encore marks her fourth SNL appearance in under two years. Her SNL milestones include a May 2024 debut as musical guest, a May 2025 monologue‑crash while hosting, and an October 18 appearance cited among her recent SNL runs. She also contributed to last year’s SNL50: The anniversary Special, performing a duet of Simon & Garfunkel’s “Homeward Bound” with Paul Simon.
Context: The Snack Homiez Moment on SNL
The recurring Snack Homiez sketch demonstrates how SNL blends teen‑centric humor with broad political and pop culture references, creating a space for multimedia personalities to intersect with late‑night comedy. Carpenter’s multiple appearances illustrate the show’s ongoing strategy of inviting high‑profile musicians to cross over with sketch formats that appeal to younger audiences while maintaining customary SNL storytelling staples.
key Facts At A Glance
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Current appearance | Sabrina Carpenter returns for SNL’s first episode of 2026 as part of Snack Homiez |
| Original Snack Homiez debut | Part of SNL’s third episode of the season; Carpenter hosted and performed as musical guest |
| Core cast (2026 sketch) | Braylor (Chloe Fineman), Kyler (Jane Wickline), Jason (Veronika Slowikowska), Tayson (Carpenter) |
| New guests on 2026 episode | Michah, Braylor’s 16-year-old cousin (Finn Wolfhard); a Twitch star; A$AP rocky (musical guest) |
| Previous SNL milestones | May 2024 musical guest; May 2025 monologue crash; Oct 18 appearance; SNL50 with Paul Simon |
For readers curious about SNL’s ongoing collaboration with music artists and young comedians, more context and official updates are available on NBC’s SNL page and coverage from major entertainment outlets.
NBC’s Saturday Night Live official page • Variety coverage • AP News
evergreen takeaways
While today’s moment centers on Carpenter and the Snack Homiez, the broader takeaway is clear: late-night formats thrive on familiar faces reimagined in fresh formats. The blend of music, comedy, and meme‑driven micro‑narratives continues to attract diverse audiences, proving once again that cross‑genre collaborations can extend a guest’s reach beyond a single performance.
Two questions for readers: Which Snack Homiez moment woudl you like to see revisited next,and which guest would you pair with Carpenter for the next installment?
Share your thoughts in the comments and join the conversation about how late-night TV keeps evolving with pop culture trends.
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