Adam Sandler Pays Tribute to Chris Farley, Reprises Opera Man Character for 'SNL' Return

Adam Sandlerreturned toSaturday Night Livethis weekend with an emotional tribute to hislate friend andSNLcostar Chris Farley. Sandler took the stage at Studio 8H for the first time in 24 years with a guitar in hand to sing a song dedicated to Farley, who died in December 1997 of a drug overdose at age 33. “First time he saw me was sweeter than honey/ Plaid jacket and belt too tight, and he wasn’t even being funny/ Then he cartwheeled around the room and slow danced with a cleaning lady/ He was a one-man party,” Sandler sang, as photos of Farley played in a slideshow behind him.

Adam Sandler Performs in the Subway, Brings His Dog on Stage in First Comedy Special Since 1996

Adam Sandleris returning to his roots. A new trailer for Sandler’s first comedy special in over 20 years dropped Tuesday, showing the comedian effortlessly delivering punchlines as if no time has passed at all. The special, titled100% Fresh, was recorded during his comedy tour in a number of locations including Los Angeles, New Jersey, North Carolina and more. But perhaps his most unique performance took place in a New York City subway station.

Adam Sandler Reacts to Chris Rock's Will and Jada Pinkett Smith Jokes: 'He Was Real to Himself'

Adam Sandleris sharing his reaction to his friendChris Rock’sNetflix live comedy specialwhere Rock addressedthe Oscarsslap.“Never thought that in my life,” Sandler, 56, told PEOPLE when asked if he felt Rock went too far with theWill SmithandJada Pinkett Smithjokes. Sandler spoke with PEOPLE while on the red carpet beforeaccepting the 2023 Mark Twain Prize for American Humorin Washington, D.C. on Sunday evening.“I thought he was unbelievably relaxed, funny, thoughtful,” continued the50 First Datesactor.

Adam Sandler Reacts to His Oscars Snub While Congratulating 'Waterboy' 'Mama' Kathy Bates

Adam Sandleris both relieved and disappointed about this year’sOscars. Shortly after the 2020Academy Awardnominations wereannouncedon Monday morning, the actor, 53, responded to being left out of the Best Actor category for hisUncut Gemsperformance. Along with his reaction to the snub, Sandler gave a shout-out to his former onscreen mom,Kathy Bates. “Bad news: Sandman gets no love from the Academy. Good news: Sandman can stop wearing suits. Congrats to all my friends who got nominated, especially Mama,” hewroteon Twitter, referencing his 1998 football comedyThe Waterboy.

Adam Sandler Reacts to Surprise Oscar Buzz for 'Uncut Gems' : 'That Really Wasn't the Goal'

Photo: Jim Spellman/WireImageAdam Sandleris reacting to the surprise Oscar buzz for his dramatic performance in the Safdie brothers’ thriller,Uncut Gems.The actor, 53, best known for his comedies includingBilly Madison(1995),50 First Dates(2004) and his recent Netflix hit,Murder Mystery, now stars as Howard Ratner, a New York City jeweler who takes life-threatening risks.The A24 film premiered to strong reviews at the Telluride Film Festival in August, and on Thursday had its New York premiere at the New York Film Festival where it drew more praise, with many industry observers saying Sandler has a shot at next year’s Best Actor Oscar.