Saturday Night Live 40th Anniversary Special: Favorite Moments

If you tuned into NBC last night, there is a 100% chance you saw some of the best musical, athletic, and comedic talent in one room celebrating SNL's 40th Anniversary. So if you were like me, you were probably sitting in front of the TV for three and a half hours wishing that you could be in that very room. I grew up watching SNL, have been educated on all of the famous sketches, and still enjoy the new jokes delivered each week. The authenticity of this live show is what makes it so unique to our society. For four decades, Saturday Night Live has been a crown jewel of American comedy, and will continue to thrive for decades to come. To honor one of my favorite works of art, here are some of the best moments from last night's SNL40. Live from my couch, it's TIME TO BLOG!!! (ok sorry that seemed a lot funnier in my head…)

Kristen Wiig, one of my favorite SNL cast members, rocked this floor-length black dress with a deep V, keeping it simple yet elegant. 

Why can't they be my best friends?!? Jimmy Fallon and Justin Timberlake brought everything to the opener of the show, especially during their mash-up rap covering historical moments of SNL.

During the weekend update segment, various celebrities came and impersonated some of the most beloved SNL characters. My favorite was when Melissa McCarthy did a spot-on imitation of Chris Farley's character from the Van Down by the River sketch!

Another exciting part of the show was when Martin Short and Maya Rudolph (as Queen Bey) performed a hilarious musical montage of the best musical sketches and guests.

The Californians, a pretty recent sketch, mocks a West Coast soap opera filled with lots of family drama and the best ways to avoid Cali traffic. Last night's rendition was star studded, featuring Bill Hader, Kristen Wiig, Taran Killam, Kenan Thompson, Laraine Newman, Fred Armisen, Kerry Washington, Taylor Swift, Betty White, and Bradley Cooper, with David Spade and Cecily Strong making an appearance at the end!

Here's to 40 more years of Saturday Night Live! Let me know in the comments your favorite sketch and character! 

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