Amy Poehler and Tina Fey recently visited Jimmy Fallon to discuss the festivities and share fond memories from their time as SNL cast members.
Friday: SNL50: The Homecoming Concert
The SNL50: The Homecoming Concert honors SNL‘s iconic history of musical performances. Hosted by Jimmy Fallon, the event will feature an incredible lineup of artists, including Bad Bunny, Cher, Post Malone, Miley Cyrus, Lady Gaga, Ms. Lauryn Hill, the Preservation Hall Jazz Band, and The B-52s, among many others.
How to Watch:
The concert will take place live at Radio City Music Hall on Friday. It will stream live on Peacock at 8 p.m. EST and will also be shown in select IMAX theaters across the country. Tickets for the IMAX screenings are free and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Saturday: The First Episode Reboot
NBC is rebroadcasting the very first episode of SNL, which originally aired on October 11, 1975, back when the show was called Saturday Night. Hosted by George Carlin, the episode featured musical performances by Billy Preston and Janis Ian, along with guest appearances by Andy Kaufman and The Muppets.
A fictionalized version of the making of this historic episode was released last fall, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the chaos and creativity that went into the show’s debut.
How to Watch:
The first episode will air at 11:30 p.m. EST on Saturday, February 17, on NBC and Peacock. Before the episode, an encore broadcast of Ladies & Gentlemen…50 Years of SNL Music will air at 8 p.m. EST.
Sunday: SNL50: The Anniversary Special
The grand finale of the celebrations is the SNL50: The Anniversary Special, a live, three-hour telecast featuring a star-studded lineup of SNL alumni, hosts, musical guests, and all-around absolute legends. The A-listers set to appear include former cast members, writers, and some of the biggest names in entertainment.
Confirmed Stars Set to Appear, Per NBC:
- Adam Driver
- Ayo Edebiri
- Bad Bunny
- Dave Chappelle
- John Mulaney
- Kim Kardashian
- Martin Short
- Miley Cyrus
- Paul McCartney
- Paul Simon
- Pedro Pascal
- Peyton Manning
- Quinta Brunson
- Robert De Niro
- Sabrina Carpenter
- Scarlett Johansson
- Steve Martin
- Tom Hanks
- Woody Harrelson
On February 10, the show also confirmed which former cast members will participate in the special. While these are the confirmed names, fans shouldn’t rule out additional surprise appearances throughout the night.
Former Cast Members Returning to Studio 8H:
- Adam Sandler
- Amy Poehler
- Andy Samberg
- Chevy Chase
- Chris Rock
- Eddie Murphy
- Fred Armisen
- Garrett Morris
- Jane Curtin
- Jason Sudeikis
- Jimmy Fallon
- Kate McKinnon
- Kenan Thompson
- Kristen Wiig
- Laraine Newman
- Maya Rudolph
- Molly Shannon
- Pete Davidson
- Seth Meyers
- Tina Fey
- Tracy Morgan
- Will Ferrell
- Will Forte
How to Watch:
The anniversary special will air live on Sunday, February 18, on NBC and Peacock.
CWEB Reports that these events are a must-watch for SNL fans, offering a nostalgic trip through the show’s 50-year history, unforgettable sketches, and legendary performances. With such an incredible lineup of stars, this celebration of comedy and music is not to be missed!
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