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'SNL''s additions and subtractions in its first three weeks of the 40th anniversary season have gotten some notable attention, but its first in-house promotion of the season has us a bit more excited. Following her high-profile addition to the writing staff last season, and some standout appearances along the way, Leslie Jones has been promoted to a featured player of the NBC sketch comedy series.

We've got some sad news today as we've learned that Jan Hooks, former star of 'Saturday Night Live,' has passed away at the age of 57. Hooks, who was a member of the cast from 1986 to 1991, also starred on the hit sitcom 'Designing Women,' and more recently played Jenna's mom on episodes of '30 Rock.'

Don Pardo, the man who introduced the 'SNL' lineup every week since 1975, has sadly passed away at the age of 96. Pardo also lent his voice to radio, sports, game shows, and commercials over the course of his incredibly long-running career, but we'll always remember him best for that wonderful phrase: "It's 'Saturday Night Live!'"

After all the turnover season 39 of 'SNL' brought to the cast, between Fred Armisen, Bill Hader, Jason Sudeikis and Seth Meyers departing, as well as controversial additions like that of Sasheer Zamata, the 40th anniversary season of the long-running NBC sketch comedy was expected to bring with it a few changes. Now, the first of the season 39 freshmen have been cut, as cast member Brooks Wheelan announces he won't return this fall.

Tracy Morgan ('30 Rock,' 'Saturday Night Live') is in critical condition after a six-vehicle accident on the New Jersey Turnpike early Saturday morning. Morgan had been riding in a limo bus from Dover, Delaware where he performed Friday night.

Big names popping by 'SNL' for brief appearances stopped being surprising a long time ago, but there's something really special about Barbara Walters stopping by Weekend Update. Maybe it's because Walters (with her 50 year television career) is a much bigger deal than a flavor-of-the-minute celebrity. Maybe it's because she's obviously a really good sport about how 'SNL' has mocked her over the ye

Taylor Swift was one of three stars to "interrupt" actor Seth Rogen's monologue on 'Saturday Night Live' last night (April 12). The country star came late, but delivered one of the skit's most memorable lines.

Country's Brad Paisley and rapper LL Cool J have been making the media rounds this week, talking about their controversial collaboration 'Accidental Racist,' which tackles the thorny issue of race relations in contemporary America. But on Saturday night (April 13) it was time for a break from all of the serious dialogue the song has opened up, as 'Saturday Night Live' spoofed the musicians in a sk

'Saturday Night Live' kicked off its new season last Saturday with guest host Seth McFarlane.  But the host wasn't the only thing that was different this season.  There was a new Barack Obama in town.

If you've ever heard of Tim Tebow (which you probably have) you may know that he's a very religious man.  He puts his faith before everything he does and isn't afraid to give thanks to God for all of his success.  Recently, he's had a lot with the Denver Broncos.  So of course if it's in the news, Saturday Night Live does a great job of making fun of it.

Country music was well represented this weekend as Lady Antebellum performed on Saturday Night Live.

Lady Antebellum has had number one hits, they've won awards and have played sold out arena's across the country.  One thing haven't done until now is perform on Saturday Night Live.  That changes tomorrow night, Lady Antebellum is the musical guest on SNL.  Here is a promo with host and recent Emmy winner Melissa McCarthy, who by the way I think  is hilarious.