Blake Shelton to Make 'SNL' Debut as Both Host & Musical Guest

Like his fellow "The Voice" judge Adam Levine before him, Blake Shelton will show off both his musical and his comedy skills later this month as he makes his "Saturday Night Live" debut.

Shelton will pull double-duty as host and musical guest for the January 24 edition of "SNL," marking his first time on the program. NBC announced the news on Twitter.

And even more great news! @BlakeShelton will make his #SNL debut as host and musical guest January 24! #BlakeOnSNL pic.twitter.com/sezqo649ay
- Saturday Night Live (@nbcsnl) January 6, 2015

"SNL" also revealed on Twitter the musical guest for the January 17 episode, the first installment of 2015. Sia will appear on the show, joining previously-announced host Kevin Hart.

Excited to announce @Sia will be joining @KevinHart4real for our first live show of 2015 on January 17! #SNL pic.twitter.com/KBnaCJ8tL2
- Saturday Night Live (@nbcsnl) January 6, 2015

Looks like 2015 is off to a good start already for "SNL," now in its 40th season.

[via: SNL]

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Article by Katie Roberts

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