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Top 10 Best Saturday Night Live Actors

Broadcasting from your monitor, here is a totally subjective, fiercely contentious, and intensely spirited debate regarding the individuals who truly mastered Saturday Night Live. You have experienced the laughter and the awkwardness. You have witnessed performers blanking on their scripts and attempting to mask it with flamboyant gestures. It is finally time to render a verdict. Certain cast members functioned as versatile tools, executing spot-on impersonations and accents, donning elaborate wigs, and diving into roles reliant on precarious facial hair. Others thrived on sheer unpredictability, launching themselves into scenes like living animations with no regard for physical safety or professional endurance. This ranking is your opportunity to honor the legends who made spending your Saturday evenings at home worthwhile, or at the very least, provided you with enough catchphrases to annoy your social circle.

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Jimmy Fallon

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4,476

Renowned for his infectious laughter and musical sketches, this performer brought a high-energy vibe to the show from 1998 to 2004. As a mainstay of Weekend Update and a master of celebrity impressions, he redefined the role of a cast member before successfully transitioning into a long-standing late-night hosting career.

Jimmy Fallon

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4,476

John Belushi

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4,289

A founding cast member known for his raw intensity and chaotic comedic energy. His iconic portrayals of the samurai chef and the Blues Brothers helped define the show's early identity. Though his tenure was brief, his fearless performances cemented his legacy as one of the most influential figures in sketch comedy history.

John Belushi

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4,289

Phil Hartman

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4,231

Known as "The Glue" for his incredible versatility, Phil Hartman anchored SNL throughout the late 80s and early 90s. His uncanny ability to mimic public figures and create memorable original characters like the Unfrozen Caveman Lawyer made him an indispensable force in sketch comedy history.

Phil Hartman

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4,231

Bill Murray

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3,970

Joining the cast in 1977, this legendary comedian brought a dry, subversive wit to the show’s early years. His iconic characters and effortless improvisation helped define the series' edgy tone, ultimately launching him into a prolific film career as one of Hollywood's most versatile and beloved leading men.

Bill Murray

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3,970