Glen Powell and Olivia Dean Make Memorable SNL Debuts

November 16th, 2025

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On November 15, 2025, Saturday Night Live (SNL) featured actor Glen Powell as host and British singer-songwriter Olivia Dean as the musical guest, both making their debut appearances on the show. (nbc.com)

Glen Powell, known for his roles in Top Gun: Maverick and the upcoming film The Running Man, showcased his comedic talents throughout the episode. In a promotional video leading up to the show, Powell paid homage to Christopher Walken's iconic dance in Fatboy Slim's "Weapon of Choice" music video by performing a choreographed dance through the SNL set. The promo concluded humorously with Powell taking a tumble, observed by cast members Sarah Sherman and Andrew Dismukes. (cinemablend.com)

Olivia Dean, a rising star from the UK, performed her hit single "Man I Need" from her album The Art of Loving, which has topped UK charts and garnered her a nomination for Best New Artist at the upcoming 2026 Grammy Awards. (nbc.com)

The episode was well-received, with Powell's energetic hosting and Dean's soulful performance contributing to a memorable night on SNL.

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