SNL50; A Star-Studded Homecoming Concert Celebrates 50 Years of Laughter and Music
“Saturday Night Live” celebrated its 50th anniversary with a star-studded concert at Radio City Music Hall in New York City on February 14, 2025. The event, titled “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” featured an impressive lineup of musical performances and collaborations, bringing together past and present cast members, hosts, and iconic musical guests. Hosted by Jimmy Fallon, the concert was part of a weekend-long celebration of the show’s legacy, which also included a rebroadcast of the first episode from 1975 and a live anniversary special.
The concert showcased a mix of solo performances and unique collaborations. Cher delivered a nostalgic rendition of “If I Could Turn Back Time,” while Lady Gaga wowed the audience with her hit “Shallow.” Miley Cyrus performed “Flowers,” dedicating the song to SNL creator Lorne Michaels, who was frequently praised throughout the night. Lauryn Hill and Wyclef Jean reunited for a crowd-pleasing performance of “Killing Me Softly,” and The Backstreet Boys brought the audience to their feet with “I Want It That Way.”
Former SNL cast members also made appearances, with Will Ferrell and Ana Gasteyer reprising their roles as The Culps, and Andy Samberg and Chris Parnell revisiting their viral “Lazy Sunday” sketch. The night also featured unexpected collaborations, such as Bonnie Raitt and Coldplay’s Chris Martin performing “I Can’t Make You Love Me,” and Post Malone joining the surviving members of Nirvana for a powerful rendition of “Smells Like Teen Spirit.”
The concert was live-streamed on Peacock and shown in select IMAX theaters, marking a fitting tribute to SNL’s five decades of cultural impact. The celebration continued with a live anniversary special on Sunday, February 16, featuring a star-studded lineup of alumni and collaborators. The event underscored SNL’s enduring influence on comedy, music, and pop culture.
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