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1. This star, one of the original cast members, was known for his dead-on impersonation of late-night talk show host Tom Snyder, and also for his co-hosting of "Weekend Update" with Jane Curtin.
2. Also one of the original cast members, this man became a big star in the 1978 film "National Lampoon's Animal House", and he left the show soon afterwards.
3. Another of the original cast members, this talented lady created the characters Emily Litella, Roseanne Roseannadanna, nerd Lisa Loopner, and Baba Wawa, a talk show host with a speech impediment.
4. This star was on "SNL" from 1977 to 1980, and went on to a successful movie career as star of shows such as "Meatballs", "Groundhog Day", and "Ghost Busters".
5. This performer was the star of the 1981-1984 seasons, and became a big movie star with his mega-hits "48 Hours" and "Beverly Hills Cop".
6. This gorgeous lady was on the show during the 1982-1985 seasons, and later went on to star in the TV series "Seinfeld" during the '90's.
7. This performer was also on the show during the early '80's. He is known for his sports reports on "Weekend Update" and for his great impersonation of Frank Sinatra.
8. This performer was only on the show for the 1984-85 season, but he made quite an impact with his wonderful Fernando Lamas impression, which always included the catch phrase "You look mahvelous!"
9. The late '80's saw a resurgence of the show, as Lorne Michaels returned after a five-year hiatus. One of the big reasons for the show's increased popularity was this "Weekend Update" anchor, who later had a stint as a "Monday Night Football" commentator.
10. This brilliant performer was on the show from 1986 to 1993. One of his many memorable characters was the Church Lady, who always offered the catch phrase "Well isn't that special". His impersonations of President George H. W. Bush were also a big hit?
11. This performer is known for his memorable character Father Guido Sarducci.
12. This wonderful performer was on the show for eight years, before leaving to star in the TV series "News Radio". He is known for his great impersonations of President Bill Clinton.
13. This Canadian was on the show for six years, creating memorable characters such as Wayne in the "Wayne's World" sketches. He went on to star in the "Austin Powers" movies.
14. This comedienne was only on the show for the 1994-95 season. She had a memorable guest-starring role on the TV show "Seinfeld", in which she played Jerry's girlfriend who was just like Jerry.
15. This talented lady was the show's first ever female head writer. In 2000 she became a co-anchor of "Weekend Update".
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