SNL 50th Anniversary Concert

On Friday, February 14, 2025, "Saturday Night Live" commemorated its 50th anniversary with a star-studded event titled "SNL50: The Homecoming Concert" at Radio City Music Hall in New York City. Hosted by Jimmy Fallon, the concert featured an impressive lineup of musical performances and surprise appearances, celebrating the show's rich legacy in both comedy and music.

Event Highlights:

  • Lady Gaga: Delivered a captivating performance and joined The Lonely Island for a medley of their popular digital shorts. 

  • Miley Cyrus: Performed her hit song "Flowers," encouraging audience participation, and gave a special shout-out to Paul Rudd in the crowd. 

  • Post Malone: Teamed up with surviving members of Nirvana for a rendition of "Smells Like Teen Spirit," paying homage to the band's iconic 1992 "SNL" performance. 

  • Eddie Vedder: Collaborated with The Roots on a powerful performance of Pearl Jam's "Corduroy," blending rock and hip-hop elements. 

  • Will Ferrell and Ana Gasteyer: Reprised their roles as the Culps, delivering a humorous musical sketch that delighted longtime fans. 

  • David Byrne and Robyn: Performed a unique duet, showcasing their eclectic musical styles. 

  • Jack White: Closed the evening with an electrifying performance of "Seven Nation Army," leaving the audience in high spirits. 

The event also featured appearances by numerous celebrities, including Maya Rudolph, Fred Armisen, Beyoncé, Kevin Costner, and Steven Spielberg, who was spotted overseeing the filming during Bad Bunny's set. 

For those who missed the live event, "SNL50: The Homecoming Concert" is available for streaming on Peacock. Additionally, the celebrations continue with "SNL50: The Anniversary Special," airing live from Studio 8H on NBC and simulcast on Peacock on Sunday, February 16, 2025.

This milestone event not only honored "Saturday Night Live's" influential role in comedy but also its significant impact on the musical landscape over the past five decades.



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