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SNL Promotes Powers to Talent Head, Schwartz to Producer
Confirmed
In Short: Saturday Night Live has promoted Keri Powers to sole head of its talent department and Rebecca Schwartz to producer, ahead of its Season 52 premiere.
Saturday Night Live has promoted Keri Powers to serve as the sole head of its talent department, a role that includes overseeing host, musical guest, and guest star bookings for the late-night show. Powers has been with SNL since 2014, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
Rebecca Schwartz has also been elevated to producer, increasing her responsibilities in supporting the show’s cast and production efforts. Schwartz has been a key member of the talent team since 2015, TheWrap reported.
Powers' new role as the sole head of the talent department marks a significant step in her career at SNL, where she has been instrumental in shaping the show's guest lineup. Her promotion reflects the trust placed in her by the show's leadership.
Schwartz's elevation to producer highlights her growing influence within the production team. Her contributions since 2015 have been recognized, and her expanded role will likely see her taking on more responsibilities in the upcoming season.
What this adds
TheWrap noted that Powers becomes the sole head of the talent department, while Schwartz's promotion to producer increases her support for the show's cast and production efforts.
What's confirmed
- Saturday Night Live has promoted Keri Powers to serve as the sole head of its talent department, meaning she will lead the team responsible for host, musical guest and guest star bookings for late night show.
- Rebecca Schwartz has also been upped to producer, increasing her responsibilities supporting the show’s cast and production efforts.
What's still developing
- There have also been a few departures heading into season 52; Chloe Fineman announced in July that after seven years she was exiting SNL.