The original cast, affectionately known as “The Not Ready for Prime-Time Players,” included some of the greatest talent in comedy. The cast members were: • Chevy Chase • John Belushi • Dan Aykroyd • Gilda Radner • Garrett Morris • Jane Curtin • Laraine Newman

I know Saturday Night Live is a whirlwind. I’ve heard hosts talk about being sped through the sets during a show to hop from sketch to sketch, and I’ve never doubted cast members who talk about the grind that comes with working in Studio 8H.