Maya Rudolph to Reprise Role as Kamala Harris on “Saturday Night Live”
Maya Rudolph is set to return to “Saturday Night Live” during the November election, reprising her Emmy-winning role as Kamala Harris. Rudolph, a former regular cast member on the NBC sketch show, made her debut as Harris in 2019 and received critical acclaim for her portrayal.
Uncertainty and Anticipation
Initially, it was unclear whether Rudolph would return for the next season of “SNL” due to production commitments on the third season of her show Loot on Apple TV. However, with filming for the comedy series postponed until January 2025, Rudolph’s schedule opened up, allowing her to make her highly anticipated return to the iconic show. Many fans took to social media to express their excitement and anticipation for Rudolph’s comeback, especially with the 2024 presidential race approaching.
Approval and Humor
In 2019, Kamala Harris herself praised Rudolph’s portrayal of her on “Saturday Night Live” during an interview with Seth Meyers. Harris expressed her admiration for the show and joked about ensuring Rudolph stayed on “SNL” for eight years. It seems that Harris’s wish has come true, as Rudolph, now 52 years old, will be taking on the role once again in the upcoming 50th season of “SNL,” which coincides with the 2024 election.
Overall, fans of the show are thrilled to see Rudolph reprise her role as Kamala Harris, and her return is sure to bring laughter and excitement to viewers. Stay tuned for more updates on Rudolph’s anticipated comeback on “Saturday Night Live.”
