Lorne Michaels
Lorne Michaels is a writer and producer who has worked extensively in TV and film but is best known as the creator and executive producer of the landmark NBC show "Saturday Night Live. " He made his Broadway debut in 1979 directing Gilda Radner - Live from New York, and he is pleased to return to Broadway with Tina Fey, whom he met when she began as a writer for "SNL.
Date of Birth: November 17, 1944 (81)
Birth Place: Toronto, ON, CANADA
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Lorne Michaels is a writer and producer who has worked extensively in TV and film but is best known as the creator and executive producer of the landmark NBC show "Saturday Night Live." He made his Broadway debut in 1979 directing Gilda Radner - Live from New York, and he is pleased to return to Broadway with Tina Fey, whom he met when she began as a writer for "SNL." Their subsequent work together includes the critically acclaimed series "30 Rock," as well as the films Mean Girls, Baby Mama, and Whiskey Tango Foxtrot. Other notable film credits include Three Amigos, Wayne's World and Tommy Boy. Honors include 15 Emmy awards, the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, a Personal Peabody Award, the Order of Canada, and the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
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Paramount's Daria Cercek, Paramount's Marc Weistock, President and CEO of Paramount Pictures, Brian Robbins, Reneé Rapp, Tina Fey, Lorne Michaels, Avantika Vandanapu, Lindsay Lohan, Angourie Rice, Busy Philipps Bebe Wood, Arturo Perez Jr., Christopher Briney, Samantha Jayne and Jaquel Spivey
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01/09/2024
From: Photos: Inside the MEAN GIRLS Premiere With Tina Fey, Lindsay Lohan, Reneé Rapp & More
Marc Weistock,President and CEO of Paramount Pictures, Brian Robbins, Reneé Rapp, Tina Fey, Lorne Michaels, Avantika Vandanapu, Lindsay Lohan, Angourie Rice, Bebe Wood and Christopher Briney
Date:
01/09/2024
From: Photos: Inside the MEAN GIRLS Premiere With Tina Fey, Lindsay Lohan, Reneé Rapp & More
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Video: Sara Chase Channels Elaine Stritch While Recording the SCHMIGADOON! Album
by Michael Major - 2026-07-27 10:47:44
Video: Lorne Michaels Celebrates Tony Win- 'Broadway Has Always Been a Part of My Life'
by Talking Tonys - 2026-06-08 00:21:21
Video: Cinco Paul on Schmigadoon Broadway Tony Wins: 'Finally Home'
by Talking Tonys - 2026-06-07 22:13:46
Video: Doug Besterman & Mike Morris React to Tony Win- 'It Doesn't Get Any Better'
by Talking Tonys - 2026-06-07 21:53:31
Character Breakdown: The Cast of SCHMIGADOON! Unpacks Their Roles
by Nicole Rosky - 2026-04-04 08:00:20
Video: Lorne Michaels Spotlighted in New Trailer for LORNE Documentary
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-03-05 10:11:24
Video: Ariana Grande Bundles Up for New York Weather in New SNL Promo
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-12-17 13:23:40
Video: Watch EJAE, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami Perform From KPOP DEMON HUNTERS on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-10-08 10:43:51
Video: Lin-Manuel Miranda Appears as Alexander Hamilton in SNL Cold Open
by Blair Ingenthron - 2025-01-26 09:36:29
Video: Paul Mescal Sings in GLADIATOR II Musical Parody on SNL
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-12-08 10:04:50
Video: Bowen Yang, Charli xcx, & More Impersonate Celebrities in WICKED Movie Audition Sketch on SNL
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-11-17 09:51:32
Video: Jake Gyllenhaal Sings Boyz II Men and FOLLIES Parodies on SNL Season Finale
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-05-19 09:49:17
Video: Ariana Grande & Bowen Yang Sing WICKED, SOUND OF MUSIC, & More in MOULIN ROUGE! Parody on SNL
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-03-10 09:57:44
Video: Watch Reneé Rapp Prepare to Make Her SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE Debut With Jacob Elordi & Bowen Yang
by Michael Major - 2024-01-19 13:48:59
Listen: Hear the MEAN GIRLS Soundtrack With Reneé Rapp, Auliʻi Cravalho & More
by Michael Major - 2024-01-12 09:16:29
News
Interview: Robert Hastie of OPERATION MINCEMEAT at Royal Alexandra Theatre
by Elizabeth Armstrong - Oct 15, 2026
BroadwayWorld spoke with Hastie ahead of Operation Mincemeat’s Canadian premiere to discuss the record-breaking musical and its journey from a 77-seat fringe venue to selling out large theatres around the world.
by Elizabeth Armstrong - Oct 15, 2026
BroadwayWorld spoke with Hastie ahead of Operation Mincemeat’s Canadian premiere to discuss the record-breaking musical and its journey from a 77-seat fringe venue to selling out large theatres around the world.
Juan Pablo Di Pace to Make Broadway Debut in SCHMIGADOON!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 6, 2026
Juan Pablo Di Pace, known for roles in Netflix's Fuller House and the film Mamma Mia!, will make his Broadway debut stepping into the role of Doc in the Tony Award-winning musical SCHMIGADOON!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 6, 2026
Juan Pablo Di Pace, known for roles in Netflix's Fuller House and the film Mamma Mia!, will make his Broadway debut stepping into the role of Doc in the Tony Award-winning musical SCHMIGADOON!
Photos: Nikki Glaser and David Spade to Return to Las Vegas Residency
by Rachel Stone - Sep 28, 2026
Nikki Glaser and David Spade announced upcoming dates for their Las Vegas residency at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, with presales and public ticket sales beginning this fall.
by Rachel Stone - Sep 28, 2026
Nikki Glaser and David Spade announced upcoming dates for their Las Vegas residency at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, with presales and public ticket sales beginning this fall.
Photos: Jennifer Simard Joins SCHMIGADOON! As 'Mildred Layton'
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 18, 2026
Tony and Grammy nominee Jennifer Simard currently performs in the Tony Award-winning musical SCHMIGADOON! at the Nederlander Theatre, taking on the role of Mildred Layton. Check out new photos from the production.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 18, 2026
Tony and Grammy nominee Jennifer Simard currently performs in the Tony Award-winning musical SCHMIGADOON! at the Nederlander Theatre, taking on the role of Mildred Layton. Check out new photos from the production.
Review Roundup: YOU HAD TO BE THERE Explores Toronto GODSPELL That Launched Comedy Legends
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 18, 2026
Reviews are in for Nick Davis' You Had to Be There, the documentary about the legendary 1972 Toronto production of Godspell featuring Martin Short, Eugene Levy, Andrea Martin, Gilda Radner, Victor Garber and more. See what critics are saying.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 18, 2026
Reviews are in for Nick Davis' You Had to Be There, the documentary about the legendary 1972 Toronto production of Godspell featuring Martin Short, Eugene Levy, Andrea Martin, Gilda Radner, Victor Garber and more. See what critics are saying.
TITANIQUE to Close at the Criterion Theatre in January, and Will Launch UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Sep 17, 2026
TITANIQUE will conclude its West End run on January 3, 2027, before embarking on its first UK tour starting at Theatre Royal Newcastle on September 17, 2027, with Myra DuBois starring as Ruth.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 17, 2026
TITANIQUE will conclude its West End run on January 3, 2027, before embarking on its first UK tour starting at Theatre Royal Newcastle on September 17, 2027, with Myra DuBois starring as Ruth.
SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE Adds Saidah Belo-Osagie and Grace Reiter to Cast
by Rachel Stone - Sep 16, 2026
SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE has added two featured players to its cast for the 52nd season. Saidah Belo-Osagie and Grace Reiter will join the NBC sketch comedy series for their first seasons.
by Rachel Stone - Sep 16, 2026
SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE has added two featured players to its cast for the 52nd season. Saidah Belo-Osagie and Grace Reiter will join the NBC sketch comedy series for their first seasons.
SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE to Premiere 52nd Season on NBC and Peacock
by Rachel Stone - Sep 9, 2026
NBA Champion Jalen Brunson will host SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE for the first time as the sketch series launches its 52nd season, with KATSEYE making their musical guest debut.
by Rachel Stone - Sep 9, 2026
NBA Champion Jalen Brunson will host SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE for the first time as the sketch series launches its 52nd season, with KATSEYE making their musical guest debut.
THE TONIGHT SHOW STARRING Jimmy Fallon to Air Sunday Night Football Specials
by Rachel Stone - Sep 8, 2026
NBC will air four special Sunday night episodes of THE TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JIMMY FALLON following Sunday Night Football broadcasts, with guests including Sylvester Stallone and Luke Bryan.
by Rachel Stone - Sep 8, 2026
NBC will air four special Sunday night episodes of THE TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JIMMY FALLON following Sunday Night Football broadcasts, with guests including Sylvester Stallone and Luke Bryan.
SCHMIGADOON! Extends on Broadway Through April 2027
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 8, 2026
Schmigadoon!, which was originally scheduled to run on Broadway through early January 2027, has now been extended through early April 2027, adding 13 more weeks of performances.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 8, 2026
Schmigadoon!, which was originally scheduled to run on Broadway through early January 2027, has now been extended through early April 2027, adding 13 more weeks of performances.
Miley to Release New Album BASS PERSUADES, Play Hollywood Bowl
by Rachel Stone - Sep 1, 2026
Miley has announced her tenth studio album, BASS PERSUADES, via Atlantic Records, along with a two-night stand at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles.
by Rachel Stone - Sep 1, 2026
Miley has announced her tenth studio album, BASS PERSUADES, via Atlantic Records, along with a two-night stand at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles.
A CLOSER LOOK: OUT OF OFFICE New Episode to Stream on Peacock, YouTube
by Rachel Stone - Aug 28, 2026
Seth Meyers and Sal Gentile discuss the Trump-Canada trade war, Natalie Harp drama and Abdul El-Sayed's Fox News appearance in a new installment of the LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS video podcast series.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 28, 2026
Seth Meyers and Sal Gentile discuss the Trump-Canada trade war, Natalie Harp drama and Abdul El-Sayed's Fox News appearance in a new installment of the LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS video podcast series.
Jennifer Simard Will Join the Cast of SCHMIGADOON! on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Aug 25, 2026
Three-time Tony Award and Grammy Award nominee Jennifer Simard will step into the role of Mildred Layton in Schmigadoon! on Broadway beginning in September. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Aug 25, 2026
Three-time Tony Award and Grammy Award nominee Jennifer Simard will step into the role of Mildred Layton in Schmigadoon! on Broadway beginning in September. Learn more here!
Listen: SCHMIGADOON! Original Broadway Cast Recording Out Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 21, 2026
The original Broadway cast recording for Schmigadoon! is currently available to stream everywhere you listen to music. Schmigadoon! (Original Broadway Cast Recording) includes the entire Tony Award-winning score and orchestrations.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 21, 2026
The original Broadway cast recording for Schmigadoon! is currently available to stream everywhere you listen to music. Schmigadoon! (Original Broadway Cast Recording) includes the entire Tony Award-winning score and orchestrations.
Nate Bargatze's BIG DUMB EYES Tour Earns Official Guinness World Records Title
by Rachel Stone - Aug 17, 2026
GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS recognized Nate Bargatze onstage in Toronto for selling more tickets than any stand-up comedy tour in history, a milestone reached during his BIG DUMB EYES World Tour.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 17, 2026
GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS recognized Nate Bargatze onstage in Toronto for selling more tickets than any stand-up comedy tour in history, a milestone reached during his BIG DUMB EYES World Tour.
Listen to Ana Gasteyer Sing 'Tribulation' from the SCHMIGADOON! Cast Recording
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 14, 2026
The Tony Award winning Best Musical Schmigadoon! released its second single from the original Broadway cast recording, “Tribulation,” featuring Tony Award-nominee Ana Gasteyer, the Schmigadoon! Original Broadway Company and the Schmorchestra.
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 14, 2026
The Tony Award winning Best Musical Schmigadoon! released its second single from the original Broadway cast recording, “Tribulation,” featuring Tony Award-nominee Ana Gasteyer, the Schmigadoon! Original Broadway Company and the Schmorchestra.
YOU HAD TO BE THERE Documentary to Open at Film Forum
by Rachel Stone - Aug 13, 2026
Nick Davis' documentary on the 1972 Toronto production of GODSPELL, which launched the careers of future SNL and SCTV stars, is set for its U.S. theatrical premiere at Film Forum.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 13, 2026
Nick Davis' documentary on the 1972 Toronto production of GODSPELL, which launched the careers of future SNL and SCTV stars, is set for its U.S. theatrical premiere at Film Forum.
Hermitage Artist Retreat Adds Mark Ronson, Will Butler to Curatorial Council
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 12, 2026
The Hermitage Artist Retreat named its 2026-2027 National Curatorial Council, adding Mark Ronson, Will Butler, Bill Rauch, Ian Alteveer, and Justin Torres to the Sarasota County arts organization's roster of nominators.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 12, 2026
The Hermitage Artist Retreat named its 2026-2027 National Curatorial Council, adding Mark Ronson, Will Butler, Bill Rauch, Ian Alteveer, and Justin Torres to the Sarasota County arts organization's roster of nominators.
Video: McKenzie Kurtz, Alex Brightman & the SCHMIGADOON! Cast Record 'Corn Puddin'
by Michael Major - Aug 7, 2026
Watch a video at McKenzie Kurtz, Alex Brightman, and the cast of Schmigadoon! recording 'Corn Puddin'' for their new cast recording. The track is the first single released from the new album.
by Michael Major - Aug 7, 2026
Watch a video at McKenzie Kurtz, Alex Brightman, and the cast of Schmigadoon! recording 'Corn Puddin'' for their new cast recording. The track is the first single released from the new album.
KATSEYE to Make Late-Night Debut on The Tonight Show
by Rachel Stone - Aug 5, 2026
KATSEYE returns to The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on Aug. 12 for their first-ever late-night musical performance and a chat about new music and tour.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 5, 2026
KATSEYE returns to The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on Aug. 12 for their first-ever late-night musical performance and a chat about new music and tour.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Lorne Michaels written?
Lorne Michaels has written 1 shows including Gilda Radner - Live From New York (Bookwriter).
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