Here's why Dana Carvey, Bill Hader and more 'Saturday Night Live' legends skipped the 'SNL50' anniversary show.

Alums, former hosts and seemingly everyone who’s ever entered “SNL’s” orbit was on hand to celebrate the show’s 50th Anniversary. “SNL50: The Anniversary Special” was part reflection, part reunion and a culmination of festivities that began on Friday with a concert.

What happened during SNL50? Three hours of slapdash sketch comedy and celebrity cameos, such as Eddie Murphy, Tina Fey, Paul Simon and Meryl Streep.

Live received a giant boost in viewership over the weekend for its 50th anniversary special on television and streaming. The special’s total viewership across NBC and its streaming platform Peacock, both of which are owned by Comcast,

NEW YORK (AP) — The “Saturday Night Live” 50th anniversary celebration is NBC’s most-watched prime-time entertainment telecast in five years, reaching nearly 15 million viewers.

Live" celebrated its 50th anniversary with a live special on Sunday, drawing a huge crowd of famous actors, musicians, and comedians.

Live" 50th anniversary special was on Sunday, creating an homage to 50 years of comedy and what "SNL" has accomplished. A majority of cast members over the last 50 years made appearances at the special.

Live" celebrated half a century of pure comedic sketch comedy on Sunday night in a live anniversary special packed to the brim with memorable hosts, iconic musical

We’ve had 50 wonderful years of Saturday Night Live and the celebration for the anniversary did not disappoint. From favorite characters to touching tributes, it was one of the best specials the show has ever done.