Jack Nicholson made a surprise and rare public appearance at the Saturday Night Live 50th anniversary special, adding to the star-studded lineup that celebrated the show’s milestone. The legendary actor, 87, was spotted in the audience alongside his daughter, Lorraine, as they sat near other famous faces like Will Ferrell, Robert De Niro, and Ryan Reynolds. Nicholson, who was accompanied by Lorraine, introduced Adam Sandler’s anniversary ballad with a heartfelt shout-out, saying, “Ladies and gentlemen, Adam Sandler.”
Sandler, 58, who is known for his musical sketches on SNL, performed an original song about the history of the iconic show, reminiscent of his past “Weekend Update” musical numbers about Jewish holidays. Before his performance, Sandler quipped, “Yeah, baby! Let’s hear it for Jack, baby. Jack made it out tonight. Love you, brother.”
Nicholson looked stylish in a black button-down, a coordinating blazer, sunglasses, and a New York Yankees beret, while his daughter Lorraine sported a chic chocolate-colored cowl-neck dress, her hair in loose waves. The pair, who were seated in the front row, were joined by other notable figures like Robert De Niro and his partner, Tiffany Chen, and SNL alum Rachel Dratch.
In addition to Lorraine, who recently shared intimate details about their family life in an essay for Vanity Fair, Nicholson has several other children from previous relationships. His family dynamics have often captured public interest, particularly with his former romantic connections.
This rare outing marked a special moment not just for Nicholson and Sandler fans, but for SNL enthusiasts celebrating the show’s rich legacy.
