In a fitting departure from the comedic riffs which typically open SNL, Saturday's show began with the New York City Children's Chorus singing "Silent Night" to honor the victims and mourners of the horrific school shooting.
Must-see morning clip: A rare, somber SNL opening
Paying tribute to the Newtown victims, the show opened with a children's choir singing "Silent Night"
Natasha Lennard
December 16, 2012 7:50PM (UTC)
Natasha Lennard
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