#SNL: HIGHLIGHTS FROM “SNL 40”!

Celebrating its 40th year, NBC‘S Saturday Night Live has on the hearts of North Americans, giving us something to look forward to every weekend since 1974. 11 Films based on Characters have been made. Several Superstars have been born out of the Series. Even if they already were a Star, hosting Saturday Night Live in many instances solidified one’s Star Power and Celebrity or even boosted it.  Eddie Murphy. Bill Murray. Martin Short. Maya Rudolph. Seth Myers. Dan Aykroyd. Tina Fey. Amy Poehler. Kristen Wiig.  Gilda Radner. Will Ferrell. Mike Myers. Chris Rock. Billy Crystal. Ben Stiller.  These are just handful of the comedic Geniuses to come out of the beloved Series.

The Cast and Crew came together along with several other beloved talents in Hollywood last night for a one night only affair celebrating the Series’ milestone accomplishment and laughs, interspersed with some amazing musical performances, paid tribute to what SNL has accomplished and also those we have lost.

See some of the amazing Sketches from last night one more time!

Jimmy Fallon + Justin Timberlake Opening:

Celebrity Jeopardy with Will Ferrell:

The Californians with Bradley Cooper, Taylor Swift + Betty White:

Dana Carvey + Mike Myers – Wayne’s World

Adam Samberg + Adam Sandler – That’s When You Break (Music Video)

Amy Poehler, Tina Fey, Jane Curtin – Weekend Update with Emma Stone:

To another amazing 40 years!  It’s still our dream to see SNL live one day!

(Photo/video credit: NBC)