Unforgettable ‘Saturday Night Live’ Cameos: Shocking Moments with Kris Jenner, Khloe Kardashian, Tyler Cameron, and Beyond!

Tyler Cameron made a surprise appearance during Kim Kardashian's debut as a host on Saturday Night Live in October 2021. He joined her in a Bachelor-inspired sketch, where they shared the stage with notable celebrities like John Cena and Chace Crawford in the "Dream Guy" segment. In an exclusive interview with We weeks later, the former Bachelor contestant expressed his excitement and described the experience as incredible, being able to perform alongside such talented stars.

Cameron is not the only prominent figure who has made surprise appearances on the NBC late-night series. Keep reading to revisit some of the most unforgettable cameo appearances on SNL over the years.

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Memorable ‘Saturday Night Live’ Cameos: Kris Jenner, Khloe Kardashian, Tyler Cameron and More

Saturday Night Live’s hosts and musical guests are typically the center of attention each week — but sometimes more famous faces steal the show.

Tyler Cameron made an unexpected appearance during Kim Kardashian's hosting debut in October 2021, participating in a Bachelor-themed sketch. Speaking exclusively to We weeks later, the former Bachelor contestant described the experience as "incredible" and expressed admiration for the star-studded cast that included John Cena, Chace Crawford, and others in the "Dream Guy" segment. Cameron was particularly excited about being on stage with respected individuals like Chris Rock and his close friend, Blake Griffin. He also praised Chace Crawford, Jesse Williams, and the other attractive guys present in New York during the event. Cameron commended Kim Kardashian for her amazing looks and excellent performance, highlighting her humor. In an anecdote, he mentioned how a poker game with sugar packets, initiated by Amy Schumer, livened up the atmosphere and brought the whole group closer, leading to a fun-filled time of bonding and engaging conversations.

Cameron is not the only big name who has unexpectedly dropped by the NBC late-night series. Scroll below to relive the most memorable SNL cameo appearances through the years:

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Travis Kelce

During his appearance as the host of an episode in season 48 of SNL, Kelce made a brief cameo as himself in a skit mocking the NFL's obsession with Taylor Swift attending his games. Kenan Thompson, portraying a disgruntled TV broadcaster, humorously expressed his frustration with his colleagues focusing on Kelce's personal life instead of football. Thompson suggested taking a break from discussing this matter and promised a engaging discussion on the intense East Coast rivalry in the upcoming segment. He also assured viewers that they would hear from someone genuinely interested in talking about football.

The camera then cut to Kelce, who said, “Yes, me,” before mouthing, “Come on.”

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Sarah Paulson

The American Crime Story star surprised viewers by appearing on an episode of SNL in February 2023, where her close friend Pedro Pascal was hosting.

In a TikTok-inspired skit about students fantasizing about their teachers, portrayed by Paulson and Pascal, she humorously denied any romantic involvement with Mr. Ben, saying, "We've already told you, there's nothing between us." However, she eventually gave in to the persistent inquiries, admitting, "Okay, fine! It's true! He's Daddy, I'm Mommy, and we're one big happy family with no loose ends."

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Amy Poehler

The Parks and Recreation alum joined former costar Aubrey Plaza on a January 2023 episode — even reprising her role of Leslie Knope alongside Plaza's April Ludgate.

“Wow, check this out! Can you believe they had cameras at SNL? So, how much of a blast is it to work here?” Poehler quipped in character on “Weekend Update” as she subtly alluded to her own time at SNL. “I’ve been dying to pick your brain about this gig, this show because back when Seth Meyers hosted it all on his own, he made it seem like a piece of cake.”

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Tony Hawk, Jonathan Scott and Drew Scott

The Miss Universe pageant was hilariously spoofed on an episode of SNL in January 2023, with professional skateboarder Tony Hawk and the Property Brothers stars, Drew and Jonathan Scott, playing themselves as judges. While host Aubrey Plaza and the cast members portrayed the contestants, Hawk shocked everyone by voting for himself as the ultimate winner of the contest.

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Selena Gomez

During Gomez's SNL debut, her costars from Only Murders in the Building, Steve Martin and Martin Short, made a surprise appearance. In return, Gomez surprised everyone during their joint episode in December 2022. The two comedians transformed their monologue into eulogies for each other, with Short joking about his uncertainty about future partners after Martin's eventual passing. Gomez delighted the audience by unexpectedly joining them on stage and declaring, "Me!" Additionally, she appeared as herself in their SNL parody of Father of the Bride.

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Kel Mitchell

Reuniting with his The Good Burger co-star Kenan Thompson, the longest-serving cast member on SNL, the actor joined forces with Thompson and host Keke Palmer for a hilarious Kenan & Kel reboot sketch on the December 3, 2022 episode of SNL.

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Ice-T

Dave Chappelle enlisted the Law & Order: SVU star for a November 2022 parody of House of the Dragon.

"I must admit, I appreciate the inclusion of Black characters. However, I can't help but feel slightly disconnected by the portrayal of these characters," expressed Chappelle during his appearance on the SNL stage. "The combination of their blonde hair and outdated accents is a tad disconcerting. It makes me wonder about their origin."

Following this, the cast members of the variety series proceeded to parody a hypothetical second season of the Game of Thrones prequel. This spoof featured Ice-T portraying Chappelle's cousin in a significant battle scene.

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Tom Hanks and Bobby Moynihan

During the October 2022 Halloween episode, the renowned actor returned to SNL to revive his iconic character, "David S. Pumpkins." With the intention of scaring a group of visitors in a haunted house, Hanks' portrayal unfortunately didn't strike fear in their hearts. However, he did manage to entertain by showing off some dance moves alongside former cast member Moynihan.

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Jeff Probst

In an October 2022 episode, Jack Harlow's groom was taken aback when his wedding guests expressed their disapproval. To everyone's surprise, the renowned Survivor host, Jeff Probst, appeared as himself. True to form, he humorously uttered his iconic phrase, "The tribe has spoken," as each guest voiced their concerns. Probst even went a step further by symbolically extinguishing a torch, reminiscent of a Survivor elimination ceremony.

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Colin Farrell

Farrell crashed Brendan Gleeson’s SNL monologue during his October 2022 hosting debut, in which he had a very important question to ask.

"Who is your preferred costar?" the actor from Ireland jokingly asked Gleeson, with whom he collaborated on the films In Bruges and The Banshees of Inisherin. However, Farrell ended up being let down as he did not manage to surpass both Paddington Bear (from Paddington Bear 2) and Cillian Murphy (from Perrier's Bounty) for the accolade.

Concluding Gleeson's monologue, the two of them performed a unique duet. Later on, Farrell joined Gleeson in a skit centered around passport headshots.

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Jon Hamm and Shaun White

Hamm teamed up with the Manning brothers (portrayed by episode host Miles Teller and cast member Andrew Dismukes) to provide their insights on the progress of the show. The three of them observed as White took on the role of a judge in a parody sketch featuring former President Donald Trump.

"You know, sometimes they have to bring in cameos when the host isn't particularly well-known," joked the actor from Bridesmaids. "Perhaps they couldn't secure the leading actor from a major summer movie, such as Tom Cruise or Jon Hamm, so they settled for the co-star."

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Fred Armisen and Maya Rudolph

During the season 47 finale in May 2022, the SNL alums made a comeback on the NBC stage right in the middle of Natasha Lyonne's monologue. Having confirmed her split from Armisen just a month earlier, the Russian Doll star was pleasantly surprised when the comedians showcased their skills by imitating her distinctive husky voice.

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Steve Martin

In the "Inventor Documentary" sketch during Selena Gomez's hosting debut, the star of The Only Murders in the Building took on the role of Archie Gizmo, the fictional inventor of the iconic whoopee cushion. Archie shared the fascinating story of how a woman (played by Aidy Bryant) served as the inspiration behind his hilarious prank design.

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Elizabeth Olsen

In May 2022, during her Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness costar Benedict Cumberbatch's hosting gig, the Californian actress made an unexpected appearance. A sketch titled "The Understudy" showcased Chloe Fineman's remarkable impersonation of her, leading Cumberbatch to mistakenly believe that the SNL cast member was the actual Scarlet Witch actress.

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Kris Jenner and Khloe Kardashian

In October 2021, during Kim's episode of SNL, the former host of Revenge Body, along with the founder of Jenner Communications, made several appearances. They were seen alongside the Selfish author and cast member Aidy Bryant. The sketch showcased Kim and the Shrill star switching roles. While Kim, as Aidy, worked hard writing SNL jokes, Aidy, as Kim, enjoyed her influencer lifestyle, spending time with the reality TV stars in her luxurious dressing room.

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Tyler Cameron

"Thank you for graciously revealing your incredibly attractive physique," Kim expressed to the distinguished Real Dirty Dancing celebrity amidst the "Dream Guy" skit in October 2021. "Your willingness to embrace such vulnerability is truly commendable. Would you kindly accept this gesture?"

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Daniel Craig

In October 2021, the actor from Skyfall teamed up with his No Time to Die co-star, Rami Malek, for a special onscreen competition dubbed the "Prince-off". Accompanied by Kenan Thompson, they showcased their finest impersonations of the iconic "Purple Rain" singer, all vying for an opportunity to portray him in an upcoming biographical film.

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Tom Hanks and Tina Fey

During the last episode of December 2021, Hanks expressed his gratitude to the surviving crew members in a pre-recorded segment, with the assistance of the 30 Rock creator. He acknowledged the original plan of Saturday Night Live to present a grand Christmas show and induct a new member into the Five-Timer's club. However, due to the early arrival of COVID, the show had to prioritize safety, leading to the absence of an audience and the departure of most of the cast and crew. Nevertheless, Hanks made the journey from California and was determined not to miss his chance to appear on TV. He emphasized that the intention was to welcome Paul Rudd into the club, and they would not allow the circumstances to hinder their plans.

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Eugene Levy

“I flew in just to wish you luck tonight, but because I traveled, I find myself confined within this cramped isolation box,” shared the American Pie actor with his son Dan Levy in a February 2021 episode, which was filmed amidst the coronavirus pandemic with strict health protocols in place. “I wasn't aware of the box until after I arrived. However, please don't concern yourself with my situation. I assure you, I am in good health. Alright? You already have enough on your plate tonight.”

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Eminem

As Pete Davidson parodied the Michigan native during a December 2020 episode while performing a new rendition of his hit song “Stan,” Eminem himself joined in on the humorous act. “Wow, would you look at that? A PS5? I hadn’t even anticipated receiving this!” exclaimed the rapper triumphantly as he unwrapped a Christmas gift in the recorded skit. “I suppose Shady must have behaved exceptionally well this year. Apologies, Stu. You really messed up.”

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Jason Momoa

The Aquaman actor surprised his fans in October 2019 when he made a surprise appearance on an episode hosted by Chance the Rapper. He took on the role of a defendant in “First Impressions Court” and left everyone stunned when he tore his shirt open, revealing his perfectly sculpted abs.

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Scarlett Johansson

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The Black Widow star — who tied the knot with SNL’s Colin Jost in October 2020 — made an appearance in a December 2017 episode, where she portrayed Ivanka Trump during a cold open centered around the White House Christmas festivities.

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Leonardo DiCaprio

Hill, attempting to portray a confident persona, received assistance from his Growing Pains co-star in alleviating his anxiety through a heartfelt gesture reminiscent of the iconic film Titanic. During the moment, Hill asked DiCaprio if they could recreate their daily routine, which provided him with a sense of comfort, mirroring the way DiCaprio's character embraced Winslet's character in the beloved 1997 film.

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Liam Hemsworth, Josh Hutcherson and Jennifer Lawrence

In November 2014, while Woody Harrelson, known for his role in the Hunger Games series, was hosting the show, he was joined by three of his fellow District 12 costars. During Harrelson's monologue, the group decided to pay tribute to the year 1989 and Harrelson's debut on the NBC show by rewriting the lyrics to Taylor Swift's "Blank Space."

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Jason Momoa

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Khloé Kardashian

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Scarlett Johansson

Tina Fey

Tom Hanks

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