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Drama Unfolds: SNL's Turbulent Journey to 50th Anniversary

1/20/2025

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"Saturday Night Live" is gearing up for a spectacular 50th anniversary in 2025, but its journey hasn't been without drama. Early tensions flared between Chevy Chase and John Belushi, fueled by Chase's rising fame from "Weekend Update." Their rivalry reached a boiling point with a heated altercation before Chase hosted the show's 11th episode in February 1978, showcasing the show's tumultuous beginnings.

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"Saturday Night Live" is gearing up for a spectacular 50th anniversary in 2025, but its journey hasn't been without drama. Early tensions flared between Chevy Chase and John Belushi, fueled by Chase's rising fame from "Weekend Update." Their rivalry reached a boiling point with a heated altercation before Chase hosted the show's 11th episode in February 1978, showcasing the show's tumultuous beginnings.