NEW YORK, Sept. 18 (UPI) -- Former Saturday Night Live cast member Darrell Hammond is to return as the sketch comedy show's new announcer, NBC announced Thursday.
Hammond will take over the role from the late Don Pardo, who died last month at the age of 96. Pardo announced SNL's title, host, musical guest and cast members after the opening "Live from New York...." for 39 seasons.