Actress Teri Garr was the host, bringing her bubbly, slightly scattered energy. New wave icons The B-52’s performed their unforgettable “Rock Lobster” and “Dance This Mess Around.” A genuinely noteworthy element was the appearance of presidential candidate John B. Anderson in a sketch, a reminder of the show’s political edge. This was also the first episode for new cast members Peter Aykroyd, Jim Downey, and Brian Doyle-Murray.
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