Steve Martin rehearses ‘SNL50' jokes at Comedy Cellar with other noted comedians
The 'Only Murders in the Building' star hit the stage of Manhattan's venerated stand-up haunt, playing to his toughest crowd: fellow A-listers and famous comedians.
Chris Rock, David Spade, Leslie Jones, Martin Short and Ray Romano were all reportedly in attendance as Martin rehearsed his jokes for 'SNL 50.'
Sacha Baron Cohen, Helena Christensen, Woody Harrelson and Beck were also in the audience, according to TMZ.
Per the outlet, the Thursday night show featured surprise performances from Ray Romano, Aziz Ansari, Nate Bargatze, Marcello Hernandez and Colin Quinn. The star-studded spectacle cost unsuspecting comedy fans just $18 a ticket.
'We've had legendary nights at the Comedy Cellar, but as a child of the '70s I've never been as starstruck as seeing Steve Martin,' Comedy Cellar owner Noam Dworman told TMZ. 'The term 'national treasure' is overused, but I believe Steve is one. I love 'How to Fold Soup' and everything he's ever done.'
Martin, 79, is an esteemed member of the Five-Timers Club, an exclusive group made up of those who have hosted 'SNL' five or more times. Tom Hanks, Tina Fey, Alec Baldwin, Candice Bergen, Elliott Gould and John Mulaney are also among the elite class.
Members of the club, among many others, are expected to make appearances for the 'SNL50: The Anniversary Special,' set to air Feb. 16.
The three-hour live telecast, with Dave Chappelle, Sabrina Carpenter, Bad Bunny and Scarlett Johansson confirmed to appear, airs at 8 p.m. ET on NBC.
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