Documenting the history of one of the longest-running TV shows in history, the SNL timeline by Laughspin is bound to be as popular as the show itself.
The chart is organized into seasons instead of years, and highlights incoming cast members as well as otherwise interesting or dramatic occurrences in each given section of time. One of the eeriest trends noted in the chart is the 'SNL Curse' where it points out that many cast members have died far too young, many from drug overdoses. Love or hate the show, the chart is appealing based on the richness of the program's history alone.
From Chevy Chase all the way to Tina Fey, this infographic documents some of the most talented actors of the century. Easy to read and complete with all 37 seasons, this is a great visual to track the sketch comedy's amazingly long run.
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The SNL Timeline by Laughspin Covers 37 Seasons of Hilarity
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