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"I wanted to keep my job, and they felt the exact opposite.”

Season seven of the show saw many changes – most of which did not last.

Comedian brought a style all his own when he took over the anchor's chair.

Comedian had privately battled cancer for the past nine years.

Castmates Chevy Chase and Bill Murray got into a physical altercation in 1978.

Turnover behind and in front of the camera led to an unusual finale.

Action star has been called the worst host in show's history.

Nudity, profanity and inciting a riot are apparently frowned upon at 'SNL.'

TV pioneer also created 1982 sitcom 'Square Pegs.'

The 19-year-old's sharp improv skills landed him a regular gig on the show.

Comedian's brief tenure on the show lasted only 12 episodes.

Cast member muttered expletive during slow-closing 'Dallas' parody — and was fired after one more episode.