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Kenan Thompson's Stand Launched Careers for Dozens of Women
Community HeroesApr 25

Kenan Thompson's Stand Launched Careers for Dozens of Women

When SNL's Kenan Thompson refused to perform in drag in 2013, producers scrambled to find Black women comedians. That single audition became a launchpad for some of comedy's brightest stars.

Upworthy2 min read
New Lorne Michaels Doc Reveals SNL's 50-Year Secret
Daily MixApr 19

New Lorne Michaels Doc Reveals SNL's 50-Year Secret

After 50 years of creating Saturday Night Live, the notoriously private Lorne Michaels finally opens up in a hilarious new documentary that reveals the mystery behind comedy's biggest institution. Oscar-winning filmmaker Morgan Neville spent two years capturing the man who launched countless careers but remains an enigma even to those who know him best.

Fox News Opinion2 min read
Hilary Knight Makes SNL History With 5th Olympic Medal
Community HeroesApr 7

Hilary Knight Makes SNL History With 5th Olympic Medal

Hockey legend Hilary Knight became the first female pro athlete to appear on Saturday Night Live twice, fresh off winning her fifth Olympic medal. The celebration continued as she walked the red carpet at the Academy Awards.

Google News - Olympic Medal2 min read
Olympic Hockey Stars Flip Script on SNL After Trump Flap
SportsMar 2

Olympic Hockey Stars Flip Script on SNL After Trump Flap

U.S. women's hockey captain Hilary Knight got the last laugh on Saturday Night Live, joking "it was going to be just us, but we thought we'd invite the guys too" after a weeklong controversy over presidential praise. The golden moment turned an awkward situation into a celebration of all four athletes' historic Olympic wins.

Google News - Olympic Medal2 min read
US Hockey Stars Laugh Off Controversy on SNL Stage
SportsMar 1

US Hockey Stars Laugh Off Controversy on SNL Stage

Olympic gold medalists from both US hockey teams appeared together on Saturday Night Live, turning a week of tension into humor with a perfectly delivered one-liner. Captain Hilary Knight's joke about inviting the men's team brought the house down and showed how champions handle controversy.

Google News - Olympic Medal3 min read