Kim Kardashian SNL live tonight – Fans vow to ‘BOYCOTT’ show amid reality star’s hosting debut as Kanye West supports ex

How to watch Kim Kardashian West’s SNL debut

The episode airs tonight at 11:30pm ET and 8:30pm PT on NBC.

Both East and West coast broadcasts will air simultaneously and for the first time this season, the televised episode will also stream live on Peacock.

The episode will be available to watch the following day on Peacock and Hulu.

Moments before the show began, momager Kris Jenner hyped up her daughter’s hosting gig.

20-HOUR WORK DAYS

Kim Kardashian has been rehearsing about “20 hours a day” and really “wants to deliver” during her Saturday Night Live hosting debut.

Production sources close to the variety show have told TMZ that call times for the SNL crew have reportedly been at five in the morning since Monday.

The rehearsals with the Keeping Up With The Kardashians star allegedly ended much later, around three in the morning. 

The reality star has allegedly not given any complaints about the long hours for her hosting duties.

FANS VOW TO ‘BOYCOTT’ SNL

Many Saturday Night Live fans are furious that Kim Kardashian is hosting the comedy program when comedic icons such as Carol Burnett and Mindy Kaling have yet to be given the opportunity.

FUNNY BUSINESS

Ahead of Kim’s SNL hosting debut, many fans are furious she got the honors when comedic legends such as Carol Burnett, Mindy Kaling have never done so during their long careers.

People are slamming the KUWTK star on social media, with one begging the question: “Has SNL ever had a less-qualified, less-talented host than Kim Kardashian?”

KHLOE HYPES UP KIM

Just minutes before Kim makes her hosting debut, sister Khloe – who is present with her at the SNL studio – teased the performance on Twitter.

The Good American founder wrote: “My sister is a f**king G!!!!”

She was seen heading to SNL with Kim earlier today alongside mom Kris Jenner and her boyfriend, Corey Gamble.

HIGHTAILING TO HULU

Kim Kardashian filmed her Saturday Night Live rehearsals for her new Hulu reality show, The Sun can reveal.

A source exclusively told us that the 40-year-old had her mom Kris Jenner and sister Khloe with her to document her debut on the comedy sketch show.

The insider said: “Kim has her own camera crew there. They are filming for the family’s Hulu show.”

They revealed Kris, 65, and Khloe, 37, arrived on set on Friday to shoot scenes for the new show and for their cameo sketch on SNL.

The source added that Kim was seriously punctual with rehearsals for the NBC variety show all week and wasn’t a “diva” at all.

“Kim has showed up early every day, with only a few people with her,” they dished.

“No entourage, and no drama. The cast is obsessed with her. They expected a diva and did not get that at all.”

‘CALM BEFORE THE STORM’

Longtime Kardashian BFF, Jonathan Cheban, also flew to New York City this weekend to support his pal.

The self-proclaimed “Food God” appeared to have a good time at a NYC rooftop alongside Kris Jenner and Khloe Kardashian.

He took a selfie of the trio captioned the photo: “The calm before the MotherF @nbcsnl Storm Tonight!!! We love you @kimkardashian!! Everyone wish Kim good luck!”

KANYE ‘SAID NO TO BE KIM’S MUSIC GUEST’

While Kim will be making her hosting debut with singer Halsey, her ex Kanye West was reportedly originally asked to play for the episode.

A source told Hollywood Life: “Weeks and weeks ago when they were getting Kim to do the show, they threw around the possibility of [Kanye] to be the musical guest, those discussions didn’t make it very far.

“But writers like Michael Che have been throwing the idea around of him being in something.

“They don’t expect him to do anything, but they certainly asked.”

READY FOR THE SPOTLIGHT

Kim prepped for her SNL hosting debut with ex-assistant and good friend, Steph Shepherd.

Steph gushed she was a proud “stage mom” as she went over lines with her friend.

The duo sat on a couch at the studio with stacks of scripts on their laps.

She captioned the post: “Live from new york, it’s almost saturday night!”

Khloe supported the post and commented: “Bravo!!! My angels!”

SUGAR RUSH

The Keeping Up With The Kardashians alum worked over 15 hours on Friday to get ready for her big moment.

Kim, 40, filmed a pre-taped skit that will air tonight and also had lengthy table reads for the episode.

To get through the night, a dozen Krispy Kreme glazed donuts was delivered to the studio around 1:30 AM.

FAMILY AFFAIR

Kim Kardashian had a big support group with her as she exited her NYC hotel to head to Studio 8H for her SNL debut.

The SKIMS founder was joined by husband Kanye West – who has been helping her with preparations despite their divorce still in the works.

She was also joined by sister Khloe Kardashian and mom Kris Jenner – who are reportedly making an on-camera appearance in tonight’s episode.

Kris’ longtime boyfriend, Corey Gamble, also joined the group to support Kim.

KHLOE AND THE CITY

Khloe Kardashian flew from her Calabasas neighborhood in LA to New York to support her older sister during her SNL debut.

On Saturday morning, the Good American founder shared some snaps from her NYC hotel room.

The Instagram Stories showed a bouquet of red roses over looking Central Park from her room terrace.

HALSEY SKIPS SNL?

The pop star teased that they may NOT show up to perform on Saturday Night Live just hours before their highly-anticipated performance.

Halsey tweeted: “Feeling very busy playing with my baby’s chubby legs and tater tot feet might skip SNL idk.”

The mom-of-one welcomed Ender Ridley Aydin with screenwriter boyfriend screenwriter Alev Aydin in July.

SNL appeared to be worried about Halsey’s tweet and promptly responded begging the singer to perform.

KIM & KANYE REUNITE

Ahead of Kim Kardashian’s Saturday Night Live hosting debut. she headed to the famous NBC studios with her ex Kanye West.

The estranged couple were seen leaving a hotel Saturday, as the Keeping Up With The Kardashians alum was seen in a large pink jacket and sunglasses.

Meanwhile, the rapper followed behind in a leather jacket over a dark hoodie, as well as a ball cap.

The former couple, who parted ways earlier this year, share four kids.

KIM’S SENSE OF HUMOR

While Kim Kardashian is set to make her Saturday Night Live hosting debut soon, she is said to have no problem with jokes at her expense.

An insider close to Kim, 40, exclusively told The Sun the SNL writers are “impressed” with how much she is “willing to poke fun of herself.”

The source added: “They weren’t sure how controlling she’d be when it came to the jokes about her personal life. But when it comes to her personally, she told them not to hold back.

“She has heard everything about herself already so she’s not sensitive to any of that…”

Kim will be joined by Halsey, who is the musical guest.

KIM’S ACTING DEBUT

Kim Kardashian’s upcoming appearance on Saturday Night Live will not be her first taste with acting, as she has had various roles in the past.

The Keeping Up With The Kardashians alum made her acting debut in December 2009 on an episode of CSI: NY.

In the role, she played Debbie Fallon, the fiancée of a musician who’s been accused of murder.

In 2012, Kim would then show up an an episode of Drop Dead Diva.

KOURTNEY HANGS BACK IN LA

While her sister Kim Kardashian preps to make her Saturday Night Live hosting debut, it looks like Kourtney won’t be there in person.

The 42-year-old took to her Instagram Stories to share various clips of a deer in her Calabasas neighborhood.

In the clips, a family of deer hang around under a tree as Kourtney films from a distance during the beautiful, sunny day.

Kourtney’s mom, Kris Jenner, and her sister Khloe are already in NYC to watch Kim in her highly anticipated SNL appearance.

ONE ROCKING SATURDAY NIGHT

Khloe Kardashian continues to promote her older sister Kim’s upcoming Saturday Night Live hosting debut.

The 37-year-old took to her Instagram Stories to share a photo of a guitar case that read, “Saturday Night Live,” as the “S” was written as a musical note.

Khloe’s sister Kim has been showing fans how much she has been preparing for her big hosting debut.

The reality star is even said to have gotten help from iconic comedians, including Dave Chapelle.

‘BIG WEEKEND!’

Khloe Kardashian did not hold back her excitement for her sister Kim’s upcoming Saturday Night Live hosting debut.

The 37-year-old appeared in family friend Simon Huck’s latest Instagram photo, as she posed alongside the owner of Command Entertainment Group.

He captioned it: “Getting @khloekardashian to leave Calabasas for the weekend is kinda of a big deal.”

However, Khloe responded: “It’s a big weekend for me!”

Kim will be making her debut on the sketch comedy show alongside musical guest Halsey.

KHLOE POSES IN NYC

Ahead of her sister Kim’s Saturday Night Live hosting debut, Khloe arrived in the city that never sleeps to support her older sibling.

Simon Huck, a family friend and principal owner of the public relations firm Command Entertainment Group, took to Instagram to share a photo alongside the reality star.

In the snap, Khloe posed with her blonde hair while rocking a leather jacket, as she sat close to Simon.

He captioned: “Getting @khloekardashian to leave Calabasas for the weekend is kinda of a big deal.”

Kim will be making her hosting debut on the sketch comedy show alongside musical guest Halsey.

KRIS READY FOR SNL

Kim Kardashian is making her Saturday Night Live hosting debut and her family members are all about it.

Family friend Simon Huck and principal owner of the public relations firm Command Entertainment Group, took to his Instagram Stories to share a photo of Kris in NYC.

“The queen has arrived” he captioned a photo of the famous mom sipping on a cocktail while holding up quite the red leather purse.

Recently, Kris promoted her daughter Kim’s SNL debut and urged her fans to tune in.

KANYE BACK IN NYC

The hitmaker was seen arriving back in the Big Apple after spending some time in Los Angeles ahead of his ex Kim Kardashian’s SNL hosting debut.

The 44-year-old was seen lugging his own bags through the airport terminal while wearing a large green jacket over a dark hoodie and pants.

Kanye also rocked a cap, sunglasses, and a mask, all to conceal his identity.

All this comes as his baby mama Kim continues to work “20 hours a day” to prepare for her appearance on the sketch comedy show.

KIM’S DEBUT DRAWS NEARER

The Keeping Up With The Kardashians alum will be making her Saturday Night Live hosting debut soon.

Kim took to her Instagram Stories to share a short clip of herself on the famous stage saying, “Hi I’m Kim Kardashian-West and I’m honest Saturday Night Live tonight.”

The reality star is said to have gotten advice from various comics, including Ellen DeGeneres and Amy Schumer.

KANYE’S SNL HISTORY

Kanye West’s ex and baby mama Kim Kardashian will be making her Saturday Night Live hosting debut tonight.

However, the rapper has been on the popular sketch comedy show various times before.

Kanye made his own SNL debut as a musical guest on October 1, 2005 and then followed that up with an appearance on September 29, 2007.

The hitmaker’s most recent time on the program was on September 29, 2018.

KRIS SUPPORTS KIM

Kim Kardashian will soon be making her Saturday Night Live hosting debut alongside musical guest Halsey.

Kris took to Instagram to share a photo of her daughter Kim wearing a glittery ensemble and sunglasses.

She captioned it: “Tune in tonight at 11.30 EST to watch Kim on SNL!!!”

Kris and Kim’s sister Khloe will “make a surprise appearance” on the popular sketch comedy show for her debut, The Sun exclusively revealed.