Don Roy King stands as one of live television's most decorated directors, with a remarkable 45-year career that earned him 11 Prime Time Emmys and 8 Director's Guild of America Awards. In 2006, he became only the fourth director in Saturday Night Live's storied legacy, launching a fifteen-year tenure that would see him helm over 300 episodes—making him the second longest-serving director in the show's history. From navigating SNL's post-9/11 comeback to keeping the show going during the COVID pandemic, and shepherding the epic landmark SNL 40th Anniversary celebration he has navigated the show through some of its most challenging, transformative, and celebrated moments.

In this revealing and open conversation, Don takes us behind the scenes of Studio 8H, sharing stories from his "baptism by fire" early days and breaking down the intricate role of directing live comedy television. He offers insider perspectives on the legendary casts, A-list hosts, and chart-topping musical guests who graced his stage, while reflecting on the seismic shifts he witnessed during his tenure—from the explosive growth of cast sizes to the evolution of musical performances and the rising prominence of pre-taped segments.

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