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Portrait of sisters Ann and Nancy Wilson of the rock group Heart on tour in Europe, 1976

Heart Have Never Been Asked to Play ‘SNL,’ Ann Wilson Reveals: “We’re the Last to Be Considered”

The band will be mounting a 50th anniversary tour.

The Blues Brothers Dan Aykroyd, John Belushi, poster art, 1980

Where Is John Belushi’s Original ‘Blues Brothers’ Suit?

If you’re on a mission from God to see the original costumes worn in the 1980 film … you’re in luck.

SNL 50 Collage

‘SNL 50’ Highlights: Returning Characters, Adam Sandler Musical Tribute, Meryl Streep Debut & More

Saturday Night Live celebrated 50 years on Saturday, February 15, with a three-and-a-half-hour prime-time special that featured SNL stars of past and present, A-list guests, musical tributes, and iconic performances. Legendary SNL alum Steve Martin kicked off the night with the opening monologue, jokingly describing himself as the show’s “newest diversity hire.”

HANKY PANKY, Gilda Radner, Gene Wilder, 1982.

Who Did ‘SNL’ Star Gilda Radner Date and Marry?

Though her love story with husband Gene Wilder is well known, Radner also spent time with Martin Short, Bill Murray and some other surprising pop culture icons.

50 Years of ‘SNL’: The Best Of ‘Saturday Night Live’ Decade By Decade

As ‘SNL’ hits the middle-age milestone, here are the highlights of each decade of the show.

SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE, Laraine Newman, John Belushi, Jane Curtin, Bill Murray, Gilda Radner, Dan Aykroyd, Garrett Morris, 1975-,

Ultimate Trivia: Classic SNL

Celebrate 50 years of SNL with this ultimate quiz!

Gilda Radner feature

6 Things You Didn’t Know About Original ‘Saturday Night Live’ Star Gilda Radner

She dated three out of four Ghostbusters.

John Candy graphic

5 Things You Never Knew About John Candy

His appearance in ‘Home Alone’ was actually a favor to the screenwriter.

Phil Hartman graphic

8 Things You Didn’t Know About ‘Saturday Night Live’ Star Phil Hartman

The ’90s comedy superstar got his start designing rock album covers.

SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE, John Belushi, as Samurai Futaba, (circa 1976-1978), 1975-.

What Happened to John Belushi’s ‘Saturday Night Live’ Samurai Costume?

The high-strung Samurai Futaba was one of the show’s first breakout characters.

FLAMINGO ROAD, Morgan Fairchild, 1981-82

5 Things You Never Knew About Morgan Fairchild, Plus: What Is She Doing Now?

Find out where the star got her stage name.

NATIONAL LAMPOON'S ANIMAL HOUSE, John Belushi, 1978

5 Things You Didn’t Know About John Belushi

One of his most famous costumes was pulled directly from his closet.

THE STEPFORD WIVES, Christopher Walken, 2004

Blue Öyster Cult Finally Speak Out About ‘SNL’ “More Cowbell” Skit

Did the band really argue about cowbells while recording “Don’t Fear the Reaper”?

Bob Uecker (L) play-by-play announcer for the Milwaukee Brewers radio team, is shown at work during the Red Sox-Brewers game at Fenway Park.

MLB Legend & Broadcaster Bob Uecker Dies at 90

He was dealing with a private battle with cancer.

Bob Uecker, on the microphone at baseball field, July 25, 1987

6 Things You Never Knew About Mr. Baseball Bob Uecker

The voice of the Milwaukee Brewers died on Jan. 16, 2025. Do you remember when he starred on an ’80s television show?

TAXI, Andy Kaufman, 1978-83, portrait

8 Things You Never Knew About Andy Kaufman & ‘Man on the Moon’

He often confused audiences with his performances.

SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE 40TH ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL -- Pictured: Martin Short during the

8 Martin Short ‘Saturday Night Live’ Skits To Get You Excited for His Next Hosting Gig

On Saturday, Dec. 21, Short will become the oldest person to ever join the show’s Five-Timers Club for hosts.

SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE, original 1975 cast, from left: Chevy Chase, John Belushi (top), Laraine Newman (front), Gilda Radner, Garrett Morris, Jane Curtin, Dan Aykroyd, (1975-).

Who is Still Alive From the First Episode of ‘Saturday Night Live’?

Plus, find out where you can watch the episode online.

SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE -- Episode 8 -- Pictured: Musical guests Stevie Nicks performs on December 10, 1983 --

Stevie Nicks Will Play ‘Saturday Night Live’ for the First Time in Over 40 Years

Though the singer has only appeared on the show once before — and Fleetwood Mac never played SNL — she and her bandmates have been part of the show in many ways.

Up All Night Stevie Nicks, 'Letting Go', (Season 1, ep. 122, airing Mar. 29, 2012), 2011-

Stevie Nicks Releases New Single ‘The Lighthouse,’ Her First New Song in Four Years

It was inspired by Nicks’ feelings about a recent Supreme Court decision.

Men at Work

You Better Work! A Pop-Culture Tribute to Labor Day

We honor the hard-working (or hardly working!) folks in movies, TV, music and more.

SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE, Lorne Michaels, producer, on set, circa 1990s.

‘SNL’ Origin Film ‘Saturday Night’ Release Date & Trailer + Who Lorne Michaels Wants to Take Over the Show

A movie about the first night of ‘SNL’ in 1975 is coming soon!

Robert Downey Jr in Iron Man

Before ‘Iron Man’: Robert Downey Jr. & His Eclectic Early Career

While ‘Oppenheimer’ and ‘Iron Man’ have wowed us recently, how many of these early projects do you remember?

UHF, Michael Richards (lower left), Weird Al Yankovic (center), Fran Drescher (lower right), 1989.

Whatever Happened to the Cast of ‘UHF’?

35 years later, “Weird” Al Yankovic’s ‘UHF’ is still as whacky as ever.

The Biggest & Best Summer Blockbusters From the 1980s

Beat the heat this summer with these cool movies that are truly oozing with nostalgia!

Saturday Night Live Bill Murray, Jane Curtin, Gilda Radner, Garrett Morris, Laraine Newman, (12-07-79) 1975-

‘Saturday Night Live’ 50th Anniversary Special: Everything We Know So Far

The show premiered in 1975.

SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE, from left: Norm MacDonald, George Clooney, 'Weekend Update', (Season 20, ep. 2014, aired Feb. 25, 1995), 1975-.

The Internet Is Rediscovering Norm MacDonald’s Bold O.J. Simpson Jokes That Got Him Fired From ‘SNL’

Plus, here’s what Conan O’Brien had to say about the late comedian’s take.

Saturday Night Live Chris Farley, David Spade, Christina Applegate, 1975-

Christina Applegate Says ‘SNL’ Stars Were Mad About Her Iconic Sketch with David Spade & Chris Farley

It is so funny though!

Quiz Lady Will Ferrell Jeopardy! Alex Trebek

‘Quiz Lady’ Pays Tribute to Longtime ‘Jeopardy!’ Host Alex Trebek

The flick recently dropped on Hulu and is a love letter to Alex Trebek.

SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE: THE BEST OF CHRIS FARLEY -- Pictured: Chris Farley as Himself

5 Things We Learned About the “Fat Guy in a Little Coat”: ‘I Am Chris Farley’ Biopic

Relive the hilarious, touching and wildly entertaining origins of the legendary comedian.