The season premiered on September 27,2014, with host Chris Pratt and musical guest Ariana Grande, and former cast member Darrell Hammond as the show's new announcer, replacing Don Pardo, who had died in August.
The season premiered on September 27,2014, with host Chris Pratt and musical guest Ariana Grande and will conclude on May 16,2015 with host Louis C.K. and musical guest Rihanna. Former cast member Darrell Hammond as the show's new announcer, succeeding Don Pardo, who had died in August.