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45 Years Ago: Bill Murray Debuts ‘SNL”s Nick the Lounge Singer45 Years Ago: Bill Murray Debuts ‘SNL”s Nick the Lounge SingerHe never lets the reality of his dingy surroundings get him down.Dennis PerkinsDennis Perkins
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45 Years Ago: John Belushi Starts ‘SNL’ Episode in a Wheelchair45 Years Ago: John Belushi Starts ‘SNL’ Episode in a WheelchairHis drug-induced illnesses had become common knowledge behind the scenes.Corey IrwinCorey Irwin
How ‘Coneheads’ Went From ‘Pothead Sketch’ to ‘SNL’ ClassicHow ‘Coneheads’ Went From ‘Pothead Sketch’ to ‘SNL’ ClassicCharacters debuted in January 1977. Corey IrwinCorey Irwin
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40 Years Ago: Mr. Bill Gets Crushed on ‘SNL’ for the Final Time40 Years Ago: Mr. Bill Gets Crushed on ‘SNL’ for the Final TimeClay character was an unlikely breakout star in the show's early years. Corey IrwinCorey Irwin
When Norm Macdonald Made His ‘SNL’ Weekend Update DebutWhen Norm Macdonald Made His ‘SNL’ Weekend Update DebutComedian brought a style all his own when he took over the anchor's chair. Corey IrwinCorey Irwin
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When Chevy Chase and John Belushi Brought Their Feud Onto ‘SNL’When Chevy Chase and John Belushi Brought Their Feud Onto ‘SNL’The fierce rivals briefly buried the hatchet during an episode's opening sketch. Corey IrwinCorey Irwin