Jon Hamm dancing in the lobby, a strategically star-studded seating arrangement and a muted audience reaction to Chevy Chase are just some of the things that didn't make the broadcast for the big reunion concert.

The Homecoming Concert," it was clear that the event was going to be a celebration of all things "Saturday Night Live." After all, it's right there in the concert's name. What's more surprising is how Peacock's Friday night concert morphed into a joyous love letter to live TV itself.

The celebration for the big “Saturday Night Live” 50th anniversary kicked off with “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert” at Radio City Music Hall. Jimmy Fallon was the host of the concert which included former cast members reprising some of their most memorable roles.