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Chris Rock To Host 'SNL' With Musical Guest Prince

Chris Rock Will Return To 'SNL' As Host
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TORONTO, ON - SEPTEMBER 27: Chris Rock performs at Laughter Is The Best Medecine II: The Comedy Gala at Allstream Centre on September 27, 2014 in Toronto, Canada. (Photo by George Pimentel/WireImage)

Chris Rock is heading to "Saturday Night Live."

NBC announced Tuesday that the comedian will host the Nov. 1 episode of the show, with musical guest Prince. Rock began his career as a cast member on "SNL" back in 1990, and has since become an international film star. After leaving the show in 1993, Rock has returned to host only once before, in 1996.

Prince has also previously appeared on "SNL" as a musical guest, in 1981 and 2006 -- though both performances were before his turn on "New Girl" revealed to the world his true comedic prowess.

Get excited with a look back at some of Rock's classic "SNL" sketches, like "Nikey Turkey" and "The Dark Side With Nat X." Enjoy!

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