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SNL's Star-Studded Christmas Episode Welcomes Martin Short to the Five-Timers Club

The latest episode of Saturday Night Live features a cold open packed with celebrity cameos and Martin Short's induction into the Five-Timers Club.

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Updated: Dec 22nd, 2024, 2:29 PM ET

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Saturday Night Live aired its Christmas special featuring Martin Short as host, highlighting celebrity cameos from the ‘Five-Timers Club.’ Skits included humorous takes on holiday themes and a surprise showcase of Short’s comedic talent, amidst a backdrop of star power including Tom Hanks, Paul Rudd, and Scarlett Johansson. The episode exemplified SNL's reliance on big names for laughs, showcasing Short's wit while also casting a shadow over his prominence in the sketches.

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