Sun Feb 16 03:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Pearl Jam’s Vedder Honors SNL Legends in Moving Tribute

**NEW YORK, NY** – Eddie Vedder, lead singer of Pearl Jam, delivered a powerful and emotional performance at Saturday Night Live’s 50th-anniversary “Homecoming Concert.” Vedder’s set included a cover of Tom Petty’s “The Waiting,” which he poignantly dedicated to several deceased SNL cast members and creatives.

Before launching into the song, Vedder paused, visibly moved, to mention Gilda Radner, Phil Hartman, Tom Davis, Hal Willner, Michael O’Donoghue, Chris Farley, Norm Macdonald, and John Belushi. He spoke of their absence, highlighting Radner’s potential presence at the celebration and expressing the feeling that Belushi was still present in spirit. His heartfelt tribute resonated deeply with the audience, underscoring the lasting impact of these iconic figures on the show and its legacy.

The performance, which also included a nod to Elvis Costello’s 1977 SNL performance and a rendition of Pearl Jam’s “Corduroy,” was a highlight of the pre-primetime concert event leading up to the main three-hour anniversary special. Vedder’s tribute served as a moving reminder of SNL’s rich history and the enduring legacy of its departed stars.

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