Music Legend, 79, to Play ‘SNL’ for First Time in 38 Years
“SNL” reveals an iconic musical legend will be the musical guest in the Christmas episode.
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SNL reveals that Cher will be on the show as a musical guest for the first time in 38 years alongside Ariana Grande. Cher, 79, performed earlier this year for SNL’s 50’s season concert celebration. The “Goddess of Pop” appeared on the show as a musical guest in 1987, performing “We All Sleep Alone” and “I Found Someone.” She also made a brief cameo appearance in 1992 during the show’s ‘Weekend Update’ segment. The Oscar winner has been frequently referenced on the show, being impersonated by many celebrities, including Sarah Silverman, Blake Lively, and Drew Barrymore. SNL announced that Ariana Grande and Cher will be the host and musical guests for the show’s Christmas episode in an Instagram post. Fans rushed into the comments in excitement. “CHER AND ARI HELLLOOOO” one user wrote, “I SCREAMED OMG ARIANA AND CHER” another fan wrote. Cher’s guest performance will premier place on Dec. 20.
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