Sarah Palin On SNL

Republican vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin appeared on NBC's long-running comedy show Saturday Night Live on October 18, 2008. Her sketch followed her as she watched Tina Fey portray her in a mock press conference. Alec Baldwin, Mark Wahlberg, and Lorne Michaels also appeared in the clip.CNN: Sarah Palin to appear on SNL (October 17, 2008)

Later in the episode Palin appeared on "Weekend Update". Anchor Amy Poehler performed a rap for her. She was backed up by dancers dressed up like Eskimos and an actor playing her husband, Todd Palin.

1. McCain campaign needs a humor boost, and he has previously appeared on SNLNewsday: "SNL:" Fake Palin to Meet Real Palin? (October 7, 2008)
2. NBC would like the ratings boostNewsday: "SNL:" Fake Palin to Meet Real Palin? (October 7, 2008)

"I want to be done playing this lady Nov. 5. So, if anybody can help me be done playing this lady Nov. 5, that would be good for me." -- Tina FeyE! Online: Alive From New York, Fey's Palin Paces SNL (October 6, 2008)

"I love her, she's a hoot and she's so talented. It would be fun to meet her, imitate her and keep on giving her new material." -- Sarah Palin on Tina FeyCNN: Sarah Palin to appear on SNL (October 17, 2008)

• NBC: Sarah Palin visits SNL (Time: 3:03)