Dennis Perkins

From accidental expletives to regrettable lapses in comedy judgment to manufactured ire.

Nobody knew the 'SNL' newsreader would be fired during the show's holiday break.

Comedian committed to the bit in 1982.

Former cast member returned to host less than two months before he died.

Classic show premiered in September 1982 to little fanfare and even fewer viewers.

What's happened since that first episode in October 1975?

Actor and director returns to the Western and makes a masterpiece.

"Up and Down the Dial" marked final outing, as staff fought owner over station's rock 'n' roll format.