<p>Kenan Thompson, who is all set to host the Emmys, finds it an honour to be a part of the award show. "They asked, and it`s an honor," Thompson told Variety in Hollywood, where he was receiving his star on the Walk of Fame.<br />
<br />
"It`s a giant career milestone to host an Emmys, an Oscars, a Tonys, whatever. So you get that phone call, you should take it!"<br />
<br />
His NBC colleague Seth Meyers, who hosted in 2014, had no interest in doing it again (nor did Jimmy Fallon, who hosted in 2010).<br />
<br />
"SNL Weekend Update" anchors Colin Jost and Michael Che did it in 2018, so they`re already covered. Now, it would only make sense that NBC would go to the "SNL" personality Thompson, to take the reins this time around, reports `Variety`.<br />
<br />
"Everyone`s got to do it once, and it`s his turn, he`s earned it," Meyers says.<br />
<br />
"The good news is Kenan, like I was, is lucky enough to be connected to a talented group of writers. The `SNL` writing staff I`m sure it`s going to show up for Kenan because he has been showing up for them and their sketches, getting laughs on looks and line reads for two decades."<br />
<br />
If Meyers has any advice for Thompson, it`s that "especially after the last two years, people just want to have a good time at the Emmys and not feel like it`s being taken too seriously. I think the Oscars you can get a little serious, but with the Emmys, it`s better just to be fun. That`s the opportunity you have with that show."<br />
<br />
Meyers will be in the audience this year as a nominee in the variety talk category -- a first for Late Night With Seth Meyers.<br />
<br />
"It`ll be a new experience to actually be a nominee, as opposed to a presenter," he chuckles. "That alone will be worth it."<br />
<br />
Thompson says he`s already been meeting with NBC and Emmy producers Done+Dusted and Reggie Hudlin to start mapping out the show.<br />
<br />
"We`re figuring out who we want to do bits with, who wants to do bits in general," he says.<br />
<br />
What about reaching back even further and inviting Kel Mitchell for some `Kenan &amp; Kel` moments?<br />
<br />
"It`d be interesting to do," Thompson says.<br />
<br />
"That`d be a good bit. If I write that bit, he`d have to come, right? Thank you for putting that inkling in my mind!"<br />
<br />
Thompson may feel like the obvious choice for NBC this year, but he was announced just a month before air -- making for a much shorter prep window than normal for a major awards show like the Emmys.<br />
<br />
He seems unnervingly relaxed about the timetable: "We`ll be fine," he says.<br />
<br />
"I don`t have to do much, a couple of good jokes throughout the night, basically. It`s not like I`m going to be doing stand-up. I just want to celebrate creative people in this business that make these moments possible."<br />
<br />
Thompson comes from an "SNL" schedule where the show goes from blank slate to live, on the air, within a week.<br />
<br />
Neal is similarly not concerned: "From my perspective, we still have a lot of time. So we`re excited and we`re working through it now. And we feel like we`re in great shape to have him out there with us.<br />
<br />
"He`s a perfect choice because of his broad appeal to the audiences at home," she adds.<br />
<br />
"He`s a veteran in the TV space, his comedic approach, his likability, his knowledge and his passion for all things television. We are already having so much fun working with Kenan right now and can`t wait to have audiences at home see him in a few weeks."</p>


Kenan Thompson, who is all set to host the Emmys, finds it an honour to be a part of the award show. "They asked, and it`s an honor," Thompson told Variety in Hollywood, where he was receiving his star on the Walk of Fame.

Kenan Thompson, who is all set to host the Emmys, finds it an honour to be a part of the award show. "They asked, and it`s an honor," Thompson told Variety in Hollywood, where he was receiving his star on the Walk of Fame. "It`s a giant career milestone to host an Emmys, an Oscars, a Tonys, whatever. So you get that phone call, you should take it!" His NBC colleague Seth Meyers, who hosted in 2014, had no interest in doing it again (nor did Jimmy Fallon, who hosted in 2010). "SNL Weekend Update" anchors Colin Jost and Michael Che did it in 2018, so they`re already covered. Now, it would only make sense that NBC would go to the "SNL" personality Thompson, to take the reins this time around, reports `Variety`. "Everyone`s got to do it once, and it`s his turn, he`s earned it," Meyers says. "The good news is Kenan, like I was, is lucky enough to be connected to a talented group of writers. The `SNL` writing staff I`m sure it`s going to show up for Kenan because he has been showing up for them and their sketches, getting laughs on looks and line reads for two decades." If Meyers has any advice for Thompson, it`s that "especially after the last two years, people just want to have a good time at the Emmys and not feel like it`s being taken too seriously. I think the Oscars you can get a little serious, but with the Emmys, it`s better just to be fun. That`s the opportunity you have with that show." Meyers will be in the audience this year as a nominee in the variety talk category -- a first for Late Night With Seth Meyers. "It`ll be a new experience to actually be a nominee, as opposed to a presenter," he chuckles. "That alone will be worth it." Thompson says he`s already been meeting with NBC and Emmy producers Done+Dusted and Reggie Hudlin to start mapping out the show. "We`re figuring out who we want to do bits with, who wants to do bits in general," he says. What about reaching back even further and inviting Kel Mitchell for some `Kenan & Kel` moments? "It`d be interesting to do," Thompson says. "That`d be a good bit. If I write that bit, he`d have to come, right? Thank you for putting that inkling in my mind!" Thompson may feel like the obvious choice for NBC this year, but he was announced just a month before air -- making for a much shorter prep window than normal for a major awards show like the Emmys. He seems unnervingly relaxed about the timetable: "We`ll be fine," he says. "I don`t have to do much, a couple of good jokes throughout the night, basically. It`s not like I`m going to be doing stand-up. I just want to celebrate creative people in this business that make these moments possible." Thompson comes from an "SNL" schedule where the show goes from blank slate to live, on the air, within a week. Neal is similarly not concerned: "From my perspective, we still have a lot of time. So we`re excited and we`re working through it now. And we feel like we`re in great shape to have him out there with us. "He`s a perfect choice because of his broad appeal to the audiences at home," she adds. "He`s a veteran in the TV space, his comedic approach, his likability, his knowledge and his passion for all things television. We are already having so much fun working with Kenan right now and can`t wait to have audiences at home see him in a few weeks."

Kenan Thompson shares why he couldn't say no to hosting the Emmys

<p>Comedian Kenan Thompson is reacting to a long debate about 'Saturday Night Live' ending after its 50th season. This all started after producer Lorne Michaels said last year that he's committed to the iconic series until its 50th season. Lorne's question started a huge debate about whether it's a signal of a series ending.&nbsp;<br />
<br />
Now, months after Kenan, who is also one of the oldest cast members of the series, has reacted by saying that it 'might not be a bad idea'.<br />
<br />
During his recent appearance on Hell Of A Week, the 44-year-old star was asked by the host Charlamagne tha God&nbsp;about the rumour to which he jokingly reacted and said, ''Well ll I need to start planning.''</p>

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<p>He further added, “There could be a lot of validity to that rumour because 50 is a good number to stop at.''<br />
<br />
''That’s an incredible package. He will be, probably, close to 80 years old at that point, and you know, he’s the one who’s had his touch on the whole thing,” Kenan said.&nbsp;</p>

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<br />
He also talked about the future of SNL without producer Michaels, "So, if somebody tries to come into his shoes, you know it's a good opportunity for NBC to save money, as well, you know what I'm saying? So they might slash the budget and then at that point, you can't really do the same kind of show."<br />
<br />
Kenan joined the show in 2003 and the fourthcoming 48th season, which is expected to premiere this September, will be his 20th season.<br />
<br />
(With inputs from the agencies)</p>


Comedian Kenan Thompson is reacting to a long debate about 'Saturday Night Live' ending after its 50th season. This all started after producer Lorne Michaels said last year that he's committed to the iconic series until its 50th season.

Comedian Kenan Thompson is reacting to a long debate about 'Saturday Night Live' ending after its 50th season. This all started after producer Lorne Michaels said last year that he's committed to the iconic series until its 50th season. Lorne's question started a huge debate about whether it's a signal of a series ending. Now, months after Kenan, who is also one of the oldest cast members of the series, has reacted by saying that it 'might not be a bad idea'. During his recent appearance on Hell Of A Week, the 44-year-old star was asked by the host Charlamagne tha God about the rumour to which he jokingly reacted and said, ''Well ll I need to start planning.'' Colin Farrell is very excited to reprise the role of a Penguin in 'The Batman' sequel View this post on Instagram A post shared by Saturday Night Live (@nbcsnl) × He further added, “There could be a lot of validity to that rumour because 50 is a good number to stop at.'' ''That’s an incredible package. He will be, probably, close to 80 years old at that point, and you know, he’s the one who’s had his touch on the whole thing,” Kenan said. Big OTT movies & shows coming out in August 2022: House of Dragon, Darlings, She-Hulk & more! He also talked about the future of SNL without producer Michaels, "So, if somebody tries to come into his shoes, you know it's a good opportunity for NBC to save money, as well, you know what I'm saying? So they might slash the budget and then at that point, you can't really do the same kind of show." Kenan joined the show in 2003 and the fourthcoming 48th season, which is expected to premiere this September, will be his 20th season. (With inputs from the agencies)

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Kenan Thompson shares why he couldn't say no to hosting the Emmys

Kenan Thompson feels 'Saturday Nigh Live' ending with its 50th season, 'might not be a bad idea'