Overview

• Steve Martin opened the show with a self-deprecating monologue, joined by John Mulaney and Martin Short, setting a nostalgic and humorous tone.
• The special featured returning cast members and celebrities, including Eddie Murphy, Tina Fey, Amy Poehler, Bill Murray, and Meryl Streep in her SNL debut.
• Musical performances included Miley Cyrus and Brittany Howard covering Sinéad O’Connor's 'Nothing Compares 2 U,' and Paul McCartney closing the show with 'Golden Slumbers.'
• John Mulaney led a Broadway-inspired sketch revisiting New York City's history with appearances by Lin-Manuel Miranda, Adam Driver, and Scarlett Johansson.
• Weekend Update saw Bill Murray humorously rank past anchors, while Cecily Strong and Bobby Moynihan reprised fan-favorite characters.