Bill Murray, the renowned actor, shared touching insights from his experience at the SNL50: The Anniversary Special in a recent interview on SiriusXM’s Sway in the Morning. As a former cast member and five-time host on Saturday Night Live, Murray expressed how the three-hour show stirred up nostalgic emotions for him.
Murray revealed, “It was surprisingly emotional for me. I found myself tearing up three times during the show. It really struck a chord with me.” He recounted a poignant moment where he witnessed Gilda Radner dancing with Steve Martin in a 1978 sketch, which was featured in a montage celebrating the show’s 50-year history.
The actor recalled the rehearsal days leading up to the iconic dance sequence with Radner, who tragically passed away from ovarian cancer in 1989 at the age of 42. Murray shared, “I was deeply moved by that moment. Gilda was special to me, and it was difficult to contain my emotions.”
Additionally, Murray became emotional when the anniversary special paid tribute to John Belushi’s memorable sketch, “Don’t Look Back in Anger,” where Belushi humorously pondered his own mortality. Belushi, who passed away at 33 from a drug overdose, was the first SNL cast member to die, adding a somber layer to the tribute.
Reflecting on Belushi’s profound impact, Murray praised his friend for propelling many careers in the entertainment industry. He commended Belushi for his boldness and talent, highlighting how Belushi’s initiative helped launch the careers of numerous aspiring actors.
In conclusion, Murray fondly remembered Belushi’s exceptional talent across various platforms, describing him as the best stage actor he had ever seen. The memory of Belushi’s contributions and charisma continues to resonate with Murray and many others in the entertainment world.
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