SNL Season 5, Episode 9: Teri Garr

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The 9th Episode of Season 5 of Saturday Night Live aired on January 26, 1980. The host was Teri Garr, and the musical guest was The B-52’s.
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.

Teri Garr SNL Season 5 Cold Open

Father Guido Sarducci (Don Novello) tries to secure an interview with Paul McCartney in Tokyo, but runs afoul of the law.

January 26, 1980

Live from New York, it’s Saturday Night!

Delivered by Don Novello

Episode Details

SNL Episode #95
Air Date: January 26, 1980
Producer: Lorne Michaels
Head Writer: None
Host: Teri Garr
Host Count: 1
Episode Rank for Season: 5
IMDB Rating: 6.5