UTAS UK Productions, which is part of Universal Studio Group, and Broadway Video today announced three major creative appointments to Saturday Night Live UK, naming Pauli Lovejoy as Musical Director, Annie Hardinge as Costume Designer, and Kevin Fortune as Head of Wigs, Hair & Make-Up. Lorne Michaels, creator and Executive Producer of the original NBC series, leads as Executive Producer on Saturday Night Live UK.

Music has been central to the heritage of “Saturday Night Live” for 50 years, from its legendary house band to unforgettable performances that have become part of television history. Pauli Lovejoy’s appointment brings a singular perspective to this tradition, shaping how the UK series will define its own musical identity.

Over the show’s five decades on NBC in the US, hair & make up and costume have played an equally defining role, from character-driven transformations to looks that have become instantly recognisable long after transmission. With Annie Hardinge and Kevin Fortune’s attachment, the UK series will draw on their rich experience across film, television, and live performance to shape the show’s distinctive visual world.

Together, all three reflect the creative and distinctly British foundations shaping what Saturday Night Live UK will bring.