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 From ‘SNL’ After One Season: “I Don’t Belong Here”
Pete Davidson's time on Saturday Night Live could've been short-lived if Lorne Michaels had followed through with the comedian's request.
Pete Davidson Asked Lorne Michaels to Fire Him After First ‘SNL’ Season; Michaels Said ‘It’s Going to Suck for Three or Four Years’
Pete Davidson asked Lorne Michaels to fire him after just one season on 'Saturday Night Live.' Michaels said he'd figure it out after 3-4 years.
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.
‘SNL’ Has ‘Never Banned’ A Musical Guest (Not Even Sinéad O’Connor) Despite Popular Belief, Lorne Michaels Explains
Live has had a broad variety of musical guests over the decades, and while the performances mostly go well, sometimes, there’s friction. Some (in)famous appearances have reportedly led to artists being banned: Acts like Sinéad O’Connor,
"I admired the bravery": Lorne Michaels has come around on Sinead O'Connor's "SNL" pope photo stunt
In a new doc on the musical history of "Saturday Night Live," the showrunner softened his stance on the singer ...
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 ...
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.
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 ...
‘Saturday Night Live’ is more than a show, it’s a world. And there’s nothing like it.
Live” is having a 50th anniversary, and things are happening. Jason Reitman’s backstage dramedy “Saturday Night,” released ...
Chevy Chase Reveals What Would’ve Kept Him on “SNL” — and How It Involved These Specific Words from Creator Lorne Michaels
Live' alum noted it “wouldn’t have f------ taken much” to make him stay Chevy Chase is revealing what Lorne Michaels could ...
Saturday Night Live’s Dana Carvey Talks About the “Explosive” Genius of Chris Farley, Living in Lorne Michaels’ Guest Room, and His Terrifying Early Years at SNL
The show was in a bad place,” Carvey recalls. “I was told if we don't hit the ground running, they'll pull the plug at Christmas.” ...
Questlove Goes Deep Into ‘50 Years of SNL Music’ – Q&A
In his documentary, Questlove puts context around the hundreds of musical performances ahead of SNL’s 50th anniversary ...