Our 6 favorite 'SNL' Thanksgiving sketches
In the spirit of Thanksgiving, let’s give thanks for the funny people over at “Saturday Night Live.” From last week’s hilarious music video with Cameron Diaz to the glory days of Adam Sandler, we’ve compiled some of the funniest Turkey Day scenes from the show’s recent history. Enjoy!
1. “Back Home Ballers”
Nov. 23, 2014
If you’re over 24 and planning to spend Thanksgiving at your parents’ place, you can probably relate to this rap about the perks of going back home for the holidays. Featuring Kate McKinnon, Cecily Strong, Sasheer Zamata, Vanessa Bayer, Leslie Jones, Cameron Diaz and Lil’ Baby Aidy Bryant.
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Nov 17, 1990
A must see: Inspired by Will Smith’s “Fresh Prince” videos, Chris Rock ridicules the 90s Rebook “pump it up” shoe commercial.
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3. “The Thanksgiving song
Nov. 21, 1992
What’s the best part of Thanksgiving? Adam Sandler’s classic “Thanksgiving song.”