Revisiting Tom Hanks’ Top Saturday Night Live Moments! ( Photo Credit – Wikimedia )

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There have been many legendary hosts on Saturday Night Live over the decades, but few have assimilated with the viewers like Tom Hanks. Hanks has emerged as one of the beloved cast members of SNL due to his easy charm, keen sense of humor, and friendly demeanor. Hanks has provided us with some of the most memorable moments in the show since his early days. Let’s look back at some of his most memorable Saturday Night Live moments.

5. Tom Hanks’ SNL debut (1985)

At 29, Tom Hanks made his SNL debut in Season 11, Episode 5. The show was in the middle of a cast and producer reboot, and Hanks brought a spark of fun that the audience instantly latched onto. In the cold open, he played an Entertainment Tonight host, and despite being new to the sketch format, he nailed the tone. Hanks later called it the most exciting moment of his career up to that point. He even sat in on the writing sessions, something rare for a host at the time.

4. Wayne’s World Roadie Sketch (1990)

In a fan-favorite sketch from February 1990, Hanks joined Mike Myers and Dana Carvey as Barry, the roadie for Aerosmith. It was peak ’90s energy, with Hanks completely leaning into the absurdity of the Wayne’s World universe. He blended in so well, you’d think he’d been doing this sketch for years.