In my family, Saturday Night Live is not just a show, it’s a way of life. You might think I’m exaggerating, but come to any of our family dinners at Shun Lee and all you will hear are imitations of either Bill Hader or Kristen Wiig. My cousin actually saw Bill Hader on a random street in New York City, and literally ran after him just to get a picture. Personally, I love SNL because of its timeless humor. Even though pop culture has changed so much since the 1970’s, one thing hasn’t: and that’s knowing that every Saturday night at 11:30 pm (when the show is in season), the cold open will start and you will be that much closer to hearing, “Live from New York, it’s Saturday night!” In many ways, the show is like a party that all of America is invited to, in that we get a chance to laugh, hear some live music, and say goodbye with the cast when the credits start rolling. I think watching Saturday Night Live is a wonderful tradition to share with your family, even if you have to record it (kids are asleep, teens are out, parents are probably asleep also) and all watch it the next day. Here are some of my (and my family’s) top ten favorite SNL skits. What are your favorite SNL skits of all time?
“I Broke My Arm” Digital Short
There are many, many more, trust me!
Once Upon a Time Dating 