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Lorne Michaels Cultural Impact 50th Anniversary Special Cast Changes Iconic Moments Milestones Influential Figures Notable Episodes Iconic Sketches Original Cast Members Influential Cast Members First Episode Bob Tischler 1986-1993 Era 50 Years of SNL Notable Cast Members Cast Members 1980s Comedy Cultural Phenomenon Controversial Sketches Rob Reiner's Contributions 50th Anniversary Cast Turnover 1980s SNL

Chevy Chase Says SNL 50 Snub Hurt as CNN Doc Reveals Lorne Michaels’ Focus Concern

The film recounts how plans for two possible appearances were scrapped on the day of the broadcast.

Carol Burnett Wonders If Misogyny Kept Her From Hosting SNL

Amy Poehler Admits to Playing ‘Inappropriate’ Characters on SNL