Candice Bergen
Michael Jordan hosted the first episode of SNL's 17th season, on the 28th of September 1991.
Elton John first hosted Saturday Night Live on April 2, 1982. He has since hosted the show multiple times, showcasing his musical talents and comedic timing to the audience.
George Carlin 10/11/75
Reese Witherspoon hosted Saturday Night Live on September 29, 2001, the first episode of Season 27.
Candice Bergen was the first woman to host Saturday Night Live. She hosted Episode 4 of the first season (November 8, 1975).
Hillary Clinton has not hosted Saturday Night Live, however, she has made 2 cameo appearances on the show. Her first appearance was in 2008. She also appeared in the Season Premier of Season 41 which aired on October 3, 2015.
On September 24, 2011, actor Alec Baldwin served as guest host of NBC's "Saturday Night Live" for a record 16th time. He previously had been tied for first place with comedian Steve Martin, who has hosted the late-night show 15 times. Baldwin's first-ever appearance as guest host on SNL was on April 21, 1990.
Tina Fey was the first female head writer on SNL.
The first season of Saturday Night Live began on October 11, 1975.
Yes, Bernie Sanders has made appearances on Saturday Night Live. He first appeared on the show in 2015 during his presidential campaign, and has made subsequent appearances as well.
Billy Preston performed "Nothing From Nothing" as the first musical guest of Saturday Night Live.This first episode aired on 11 October 1975 under the title "NBC's Saturday Night". The name of the show was later changed to "Saturday Night Live".A transcript of the first episode can be located in the Related Links area below.
Anne Beatts was the first female head writer of Saturday Night Live, serving in that role during the show's first three seasons from 1975 to 1979.