Alums, former hosts and seemingly everyone who’s ever entered “SNL’s” orbit was on hand to celebrate the show’s 50th Anniversary. “SNL50: The Anniversary Special” was part reflection, part reunion and a culmination of festivities that began on Friday with a concert.

“SNL50: The Anniversary Special” was a nostalgia-inducing review of half a century of laughs. The star-studded live broadcast featured some of the show’s most beloved recurring characters and skits, from Debbie Downer to Domingo. Just like any episode of “SNL,” the three-hour show had some standout moments and some forgettable ones.

The original member did not join his castmates in New York City for the special on Feb. 16, but he made sure to tune in from home — and send his love