: Unlike later hosts, Carlin did not appear in any sketches , largely due to his admitted state of being under the influence at the time.
The series premiere of Saturday Night Live (then titled NBC’s Saturday Night ), which aired on October 11, 1975, is widely regarded as a monumental moment in television history . While it eventually launched a global franchise, the pilot itself is often reviewed as a "work in progress" that differs significantly from the show's modern format. [S1E1] George Carlin/Billy Preston/Janis Ian
: Critics note that even in a "laid-back" or "coked-up" state, Carlin was "on fire" and provided a familiar anchor for a chaotic new format. Musical Guests: Billy Preston & Janis Ian : Unlike later hosts, Carlin did not appear