Ariana Grande’s SNL Debut: Did She Hit the Right Notes

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[{"selector":"#anim-cc092524-37d0-4a6a-a4fb-1e1e03e71206 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-25.675675528076624%, 0, 0)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"both"}] With mixed reviews, how did this episode stack up against previous SNL greats? Let’s break it down!

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[{"selector":"#anim-f54b5696-fe8e-4bbf-ac95-d8f82169ae35 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-20.900371110553294%, 0, 0)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"both"}] Did you love or hate Ariana’s episode? Share your thoughts and let’s discuss the highs and lows of SNL!