Kenan Thompson Says Kanye Held 'SNL' Cast 'Hostage' Kanye West‘s surprise pro-Trump rant during 'Saturday Night Live' premiere did not make it to air, 'SNL' cast member Kenan Thompson recapped the awkward moment while on 'Late Night with Seth Meyers.' Kenan Thompson, via 'Late Night with Seth Meyers' Thompson had already left the stage area because he prefers to watch the musical act on television, Kenan Thompson, via 'Late Night with Seth Meyers' Kenan Thompson, via 'Late Night with Seth Meyers' The 44th season premiere of 'Saturday Night Live' was hosted by Adam Driver with West serving as the musical guest.