Saturday Night Live fans spend a lot of time obsessing over which cast members are brought back each summer, but there’s another part of the equation that’s arguably just as important. The success or failure of a particular SNL episode often comes down to the quality of celebrity host and musical guest, and for the first time in a long time, the sketch comedy show is making a major behind the scenes change to how it brings in guest stars.
For nearly three decades, Brian Siedlecki has been a key voice in booking the musical guests for the show, but in a surprise decision, SNL has apparently decided not to renew his contract. The producer started with SNL all the way back in 1996, and according to The Hollywood Reporter, has been fully booking musical talent on the show since 2001. Under his direction, the show has found a balance between platforming buzzy up-and-comers, A-list mainstays and Rock N Roll legends.
