Dennis Perkins

Show's most recurring character made his first appearance In the final minutes of a Season 3 episode.

Comedian committed to the bit in 1982.

Seven-year-old 'E.T.' star was youngest host in show's history.

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

'Saturday Night Live' sketch had quickly became a hit with audiences, if not Fred Rogers himself.

Steve Martin and Dan Aykroyd's swinging Czech brothers quickly became an 'SNL' institution.

Original Not Ready for Prime Time Player missed a flight to New York in September 1982.

With Shelley Long's Diane gone, hit show brought in replacement to annoy Ted Danson's bar owner.

His hosting 'SNL' should have tipped off NBC, but they gave him a show anyway.

Cast was largely made up of unknown actors, but many have gone on to enjoy long and successful careers.