The best moments from ‘SNL’s’ 50th anniversary special


The "Saturday Night Live" 50th anniversary special, "SNL50: The Anniversary Special," aired on February 16, 2025, featuring memorable sketches, musical performances, and appearances from past cast members and special guests.

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  • : Paul Simon and Sabrina Carpenter performed "Homeward Bound"2. Simon mentioned he originally performed the song on SNL in 1976 with George Harrison, to which Carpenter replied that she and her parents weren't born yet at that time.

  • : Steve Martin, who has appeared on SNL 35 times but was never a cast member, delivered the opening monologue and was joined by former SNL writer John Mulaney and Martin Short.

  • : The special included performances by Paul Simon, Paul McCartney, Miley Cyrus, and Sabrina Carpenter. A separate concert, SNL50: The Homecoming Concert, featured artists like Cher, Bonnie Raitt, Chris Martin, Lady Gaga, and more.

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    • Aidy Bryant and Jon Hamm in a sketch with alien abduction survivors Woody Harrelson, Pedro Pascal, and Kate McKinnon, with a cameo from Meryl Streep.

    • Adam Sandler performed a song with inside jokes about SNL's 50-year history, including references to Lorne Michaels and behind-the-scenes staff.

    • David Spade, John Mulaney, and Pete Davidson took viewers on a trip through time in New York City. Kate McKinnon appeared as Rudy Guiliani with Lin-Manuel Miranda, and Nathan Lane participated in a "power mix" sketch.

    • Amy Poehler and Maya Rudolph's "Bronx Beat" sketch had a "Coffee Talk" crossover with Mike Myers as Linda Richman.

    • Rachel Dratch returned as Debbie Downer with Jimmy Fallon, Drew Barrymore, Robert De Niro, and Ayo Edebiri.

  • : Tom Hanks presented a montage of sketches that aged poorly, addressing ethnic stereotypes, sexual harassment, and problematic guests.

  • : Paul McCartney led a singalong with "Golden Slumbers" and "Carry That Weight". The entire cast appeared on stage to applaud Lorne Michaels.


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