Lorne Michaels Says “SNL” Has Never Banned Musical Guests

Lorne Michaels Says “SNL” Has Never Banned Musical Guests: 'We're Way Too Crass and Opportunistic'
The show's creator dispelled any rumors during the documentary 'Ladies and Gentleman...50 Years of SNL Music' Lorne Michaels is disputing any rumors about Saturday Night Live banning musicians. According to the creator of the long-running comedy sketch show,
Lorne Michaels Claims SNL Has ‘Never Banned' Any Musical Guests
Despite infamous performances from the likes of Elvis Costello, Sinéad O'Connor, and more, 'SNL' has apparently never officially barred any musical guests from returning.
Lorne Michaels denies ‘Saturday Night Live’ has ever banned any musical acts
Despite many musicians, like Rage Against the Machine, causing controversy on 'Saturday Night Live', Lorne Michaels is adamant that none have been "banned."
I Just Found Out Lorne Michaels Claims He Made Up The Phrase 'Cold Open' On SNL, And I'm Completely Shook
Honestly, learning about Michaels’ claim on the cold open is stellar and an incredible easter egg to get amid Saturday Night Live ’s 50th Season. Here’s hoping that more insightful and shocking BTS stories continue to rise as we near the reunion and the second half of this historic season.
Pete Davidson Asked Lorne Michaels to Fire Him After His First Year on ‘SNL’
Pete Davidson is revealing he previously let his imposter syndrome get the best of him.
Chevy Chase Makes Bold Claim About Lorne Michaels’ Influence on SNL’s Success
In the middle of the second season, Chase left SNL behind for Hollywood movie roles, with one of his most well-known roles, in Caddyshack, following only a few years later in 1980. But Chase seemed to blame Michaels for his SNL departure.
Lorne Michaels: SNL Has “Never Banned” Any Music Acts
Live creator Lorne Michaels insists acts like Rage Against the Machine, Sinead O'Connor, and Elvis Costello have never been banned from the show.
Stream It Or Skip It: ‘Ladies & Gentlemen…50 Years Of SNL Music’ on Peacock, A Doc With Props For The Music Part Of ‘Saturday Night Live’
I think live music on TV is important.” He’s not wrong! And Ladies & Gentlemen…50 Years of SNL Music proves it.
How Did Questlove Make His New ‘SNL’ Doc? Step One: Watch 900 Episodes
Director of '50 Years of SNL Music' reveals inside story of performances by Kanye West, Ashlee Simpson, and more ...
‘SNL’ Boss Lorne Michaels Changes Tune on Sinead O’Connor’s Infamous Stunt
In an interview for Spin ‘s Feb. 1993 SNL takeover issue, Michaels slammed O’Connor’s stunt a few months after it happened.
‘Saturday Night’ True Story: How Accurate Is the ‘SNL’ Movie?
Saturday Night recounts the true, although dramatized, story of the October 11, 1975 premiere of the now-renowned live comedy sketch show, Saturday Night Live, created by Lorne Michaels (who is played ...
Tracy Morgan Says He Felt “Culturally Isolated” at ‘SNL’ for First 3 Years: “Whitest Show in America”
The comedian and actor, who was a castmember on the long-running NBC sketch comedy series from 1996 to 2003, shared on the ...
Bowen Yang Teases ‘SNL50’ Anniversary Special: “Still All In Lorne’s Head”
At our Sundance Studio, Bowen Yang told Deadline about marking half a century of 'Saturday Night Live' in 'SNL50: The ...
Massive ‘SNL’ 50 Celebration: Star-Studded Homecoming Concert Announced
A celebration in honor of 'SNL's' 50th anniversary is planned on Valentine's Day; a concert featuring a stellar lineup of musical performers.
Film Talk: Jean-Baptiste leads the charge in Hard Truths
Taking our top spot this week however is Mike Leigh’s new comedy-drama, Hard Truths. Starring the ever-incredible Marianne ...