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Dan Aykroyd Praises ‘SNL50’ as ‘Triumphant’ After Skipping Due to ‘Prior Commitments’: I Smiled ‘From Start to Finish’
Dan Aykroyd skipped the 'Saturday Night Live' 50th anniversary special due to 'prior commitments,' but toasted Lorne Michaels on a 'triumphant' show.
'Saturday Night Live' Star Dan Aykroyd Addresses His 'SNL 50' Absence
Everett Collection Original Saturday Night Live star Dan Aykroyd has addressed his notable absence from the star-studded SNL 50 anniversary event on Sunday, February 16. "Advantage of not attending – got to see every second of concert and show on TV,
Where was Dan Aykroyd during ‘Saturday Night Live' 50th anniversary reunion
Dozens upon dozens of high-profile stars turned out for Saturday Night Live’s highly anticipated “SNL 50: The Anniversary Celebration” reunion show and celebration, from “SNL” alums featured in sketches and musical guest performances to rows and rows of celebs seated in the audience.
Why Was Dan Aykroyd Missing From ‘SNL50’?
So, why was Dan Aykroyd missing from SNL50? On Friday (Feb. 14), Aykroyd posted on X, gushing with how proud he was to have been a “co-founder of SNL” 50 years ago. “This telecast is as ...
Why wasn’t Dan Aykroyd at SNL 50?
Anyone who’s anyone turned up for SNL 50, but fans noticed one long-time cast member wasn’t there, and they have questions.
Dan Aykroyd acknowledges his absence at ‘SNL50’ special and shares the ‘advantage of not attending’
Live” alum Dan Aykroyd has some glowing words for his former boss Lorne Michaels and the late-night show’s glitzy 50th anniversary special that took place over the weekend.
Dan Aykroyd acknowledges his absence from ‘SNL50'
Dan Aykroyd has broken his silence about not appearing at “SNL50.” Aykroyd, one of the original stars of “Saturday Night Live,” was not in attendance for the show’s 50th anniversary special last weekend,
Dan Aykroyd Praises ‘SNL50' Special As "Triumphant" After Missing Taping
Although he was certainly there in spirit, original cast member Dan Aykroyd missed out on the SNL50 celebrations over the weekend. Taking to social media about SNL: The Homecoming Concert and The Anniversary Special,
Dan Aykroyd speaks out on his absence from SNL50 as fans ask 'where is he?'
Aykroyd had acknowledged the milestone before it aired, writing on February 14: "Cracking a Head with pride at having been a co-founder of SNL...This telecast is as historical as
‘SNL 50’ anniversary special was stacked with vets — but who wasn’t there?
The “Saturday Night Live” 50th anniversary special reunited dozens of the show’s former stars including Adam Sandler, Chris ...
5 stars who missed the ‘SNL 50′ special and why: Buzz
Quinn, who hosted “Weekend Update” from 1998 to 2000, has not given any explanation for his absence. Murray shouted out Quinn ...
SNL 50: A Celebration Of Endless Iconic Moments
Chevy Chase, Eddie Murphy, Gilda Radner (1946 - 1989), Bill Murray; and bottom Jane Curtain, Dan Aykroyd, Laraine Newman, ...
Did you miss the 'SNL' 50th anniversary special? Where to watch, stream it
According to Screen Rant, one of the hosts in question was former NFL legend O.J. Simpson, who was arrested in 1994 and ...
Chevy Chase attends ‘SNL 50’ special after slamming show — and nearly coming to blows with Bill Murray
Chevy Chase once bashed Bill Murray’s physical appearance and the two nearly got into an altercation at “SNL.” ...
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Where was Dan Aykroyd during the ‘Saturday Night Live' 50th anniversary reunion?
Dozens upon dozens of high-profile stars turned out for the highly anticipated "SNL 50: The Anniversary Celebration ... including original "SNL" cast member Dan Aykroyd. Though Aykroyd was ...
Live From New York: How SNL’s 50-Year Legacy Turned Comedy Into Culture—and Commerce
As it turns 50, the show is proving that comedy can have an afterlife beyond the screen, turning nostalgia into commerce and ...
Why Dana Carvey skipped the ‘SNL 50’ special after his recent Joe Biden sketches
Dana Carvey skipped the “Saturday Night Live” 50th anniversary special that reunited dozens of the show’s current and former ...