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NBC Announces Star-Studded Lineup for 'SNL' 50th Anniversary Special

The three-hour live telecast on February 16 will feature iconic hosts, musical guests, and a celebration of five decades of 'Saturday Night Live.'

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Steve Martin, Miley Cyrus, Dave Chappelle and Kim Kardashian will appear in the upcoming "SNL" 50th anniversary special.
Paul McCartney, Scarlett Johansson, Pedro Pascal and Tom Hanks.

Overview

  • The 'SNL50: The Anniversary Special' will air live on NBC on Sunday, February 16 at 8/7c, marking the show's 50th anniversary.
  • Confirmed guests include Tom Hanks, Steve Martin, Dave Chappelle, Miley Cyrus, Scarlett Johansson, Paul McCartney, and many others, with additional names to be announced.
  • 'SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,' hosted by Jimmy Fallon, will stream live on Peacock on February 14, featuring performances by artists like Arcade Fire, Lady Gaga, and The Roots.
  • Peacock has also released a four-part documentary series, 'SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night,' and NBC aired Questlove's music-focused documentary, 'Ladies & Gentlemen… 50 Years of SNL Music.'
  • The special follows a season of celebratory programming, including holiday-themed retrospectives and documentaries honoring the show's legacy.