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'Saturday Night Live' will next feature Lady Gaga, Shane Gillis and Tate McRae • Feb. 18, 2025, 2:15 PM ET (AP)
'Saturday Night Live' 50th anniversary special watched by nearly 15 million people • Feb. 17, 2025, 7:24 PM ET (AP)
‘Saturday Night Live’ celebrates 50 years with comedy, music and show’s many, many famous friends • Feb. 17, 2025, 9:39 AM ET (AP)
Cher, Lady Gaga, Miley Cyrus, Snoop Dogg: 'Saturday Night Live' is feted with a concert for the ages • Feb. 15, 2025, 11:51 AM ET (AP)
'Saturday Night Live' stars name their favorite sketches and reflect on show's legacy • Feb. 14, 2025, 9:50 AM ET (AP)

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Also Known As SNL • NBC’s Saturday Night
Awards And Honors Emmy Award • Peabody Award

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