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
Video: Watch 'Regina's Version' of the MEAN GIRLS Movie Musical Trailer
by Michael Major - 2023-11-15 12:17:14
Video: Watch Timothée Chalamet Sing and Rap in SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE Monologue
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-11-12 10:13:30
News
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.
Ana Gasteyer Will Depart SCHMIGADOON! in September
by Stephi Wild - Aug 5, 2026
Emmy Award-winner Ana Gasteyer will play her final performance as Mildred Layton in Schmigadoon! on Broadway this September. Replacement casting for the role of Mildred Layton is to be announced.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 5, 2026
Emmy Award-winner Ana Gasteyer will play her final performance as Mildred Layton in Schmigadoon! on Broadway this September. Replacement casting for the role of Mildred Layton is to be announced.
Video: Sara Chase Channels Elaine Stritch While Recording the SCHMIGADOON! Album
by Michael Major - Jul 27, 2026
Schmigadoon! star Sara Chase channeled Elaine Strich while recording the musical's original Broadway cast recording. In a new video, Chase parodies Stritch during the iconic recording sessions for the Company original Broadway cast recording.
by Michael Major - Jul 27, 2026
Schmigadoon! star Sara Chase channeled Elaine Strich while recording the musical's original Broadway cast recording. In a new video, Chase parodies Stritch during the iconic recording sessions for the Company original Broadway cast recording.
SCHMIGADOON! Original Broadway Cast Recording Will Be Released in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 23, 2026
Schmigadoon! will release an original Broadway cast recording on Friday, August 21. Schmigadoon! (Original Broadway Cast Recording) will include the entire Tony Award-winning score and orchestrations.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 23, 2026
Schmigadoon! will release an original Broadway cast recording on Friday, August 21. Schmigadoon! (Original Broadway Cast Recording) will include the entire Tony Award-winning score and orchestrations.
Interview: Westfield's Joshua Burrage Talks SCHMIGADOON!
by R. Scott Reedy - Jul 22, 2026
Westfield native Joshua Burrage knows a thing or two about stepping, or in his case dancing, his way into the fantasy worlds of Broadway musicals. Burrage made his Broadway debut in the 2016 revival of “Cats” and, in the 2024–25 season, was in the ensemble of “BOOP! The Musical,” about the animated film vixen Betty Boop.
by R. Scott Reedy - Jul 22, 2026
Westfield native Joshua Burrage knows a thing or two about stepping, or in his case dancing, his way into the fantasy worlds of Broadway musicals. Burrage made his Broadway debut in the 2016 revival of “Cats” and, in the 2024–25 season, was in the ensemble of “BOOP! The Musical,” about the animated film vixen Betty Boop.
Christopher Nolan's THE ODYSSEY Cast Heading to THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 9, 2026
NBC’s “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” will commemorate “The Odyssey” the week of July 13-16, welcoming the cast of Oscar-winning filmmaker Christopher Nolan’s new mythic action epic to Studio 6B.
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 9, 2026
NBC’s “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” will commemorate “The Odyssey” the week of July 13-16, welcoming the cast of Oscar-winning filmmaker Christopher Nolan’s new mythic action epic to Studio 6B.
Edie Falco to Star in One-Night Reading of THE YEAR OF MAGICAL THINKING
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 24, 2026
The Year of Magical Thinking is coming to Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center in a one-night-only benefit reading of the play by Joan Didion, featuring Edie Falco, directed by John Benjamin Hickey.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 24, 2026
The Year of Magical Thinking is coming to Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center in a one-night-only benefit reading of the play by Joan Didion, featuring Edie Falco, directed by John Benjamin Hickey.
New York Knicks To Join THE TONIGHT SHOW with a Special Episode on Monday
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 15, 2026
Following their historic championship victory, the 2026 NBA Champion New York Knicks will appear as guests for a special episode of The Tonight Show on Monday, June 15 at 11:35 p.m. ET/PT on NBC and streaming the next day on Peacock.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 15, 2026
Following their historic championship victory, the 2026 NBA Champion New York Knicks will appear as guests for a special episode of The Tonight Show on Monday, June 15 at 11:35 p.m. ET/PT on NBC and streaming the next day on Peacock.
Photos: Darren Criss, Neil Patrick Harris and More at Tony Awards After Party at Rockefeller Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 9, 2026
Look at how Broadway’s biggest stars celebrated both on and off the stage at last night’s 79th Annual Tony Awards, from the Baccarat x Dewar’s Scotch Whisky Speakeasy at the ceremony’s telecast.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 9, 2026
Look at how Broadway’s biggest stars celebrated both on and off the stage at last night’s 79th Annual Tony Awards, from the Baccarat x Dewar’s Scotch Whisky Speakeasy at the ceremony’s telecast.
Video: Lorne Michaels Celebrates Tony Win- 'Broadway Has Always Been a Part of My Life'
by Talking Tonys - Jun 8, 2026
Earlier tonight at the 79th Annual Tony Awards, Schmigadoon! took home a Tony Award for Best Musical. After the team left the stage at Radio City Music Hall, lead producer Lorne Michaels checked in with BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge to share his initial reaction! Watch in this video.
by Talking Tonys - Jun 8, 2026
Earlier tonight at the 79th Annual Tony Awards, Schmigadoon! took home a Tony Award for Best Musical. After the team left the stage at Radio City Music Hall, lead producer Lorne Michaels checked in with BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge to share his initial reaction! Watch in this video.
Video: Cinco Paul on Schmigadoon Broadway Tony Wins: 'Finally Home'
by Talking Tonys - Jun 7, 2026
Cinco Paul won two Tonys for Schmigadoon on Broadway - Best Book and Best Score. Hear his emotional reaction straight from Radio City Music Hall!
by Talking Tonys - Jun 7, 2026
Cinco Paul won two Tonys for Schmigadoon on Broadway - Best Book and Best Score. Hear his emotional reaction straight from Radio City Music Hall!
Video: Doug Besterman & Mike Morris React to Tony Win- 'It Doesn't Get Any Better'
by Talking Tonys - Jun 7, 2026
At the 79th Annual Tony Awards, Doug Besterman and Mike Morris took home a Tony Award for Best Orchestrations for Schmigadoon! After leaving the stage at Radio City Music Hall, they checked in with BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge. Watch in this video.
by Talking Tonys - Jun 7, 2026
At the 79th Annual Tony Awards, Doug Besterman and Mike Morris took home a Tony Award for Best Orchestrations for Schmigadoon! After leaving the stage at Radio City Music Hall, they checked in with BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge. Watch in this video.
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Lorne Michaels has written 1 shows including Gilda Radner - Live From New York (Bookwriter).
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