Cheris turning heads at theSNL50: The Anniversary Special!

On Sunday, Feb. 16, the 78-year-old music icon stepped out in a black floor-length dress with rhinestone appliqués framing a plunging sweetheart neckline to celebrate the iconic sketch comedy show. She accessorized her look with a cozy coat, silver rings and a blonde updo.

The red carpet appearance comes after the “Strong Enough” singer kicked off the legendary sketch show’s three-day celebration with a performance at theSNL50: The Homecoming Concert.

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SNL50: THE RED CARPET Cher

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On Friday, Feb. 14, Cher performed her classic “If I Could Turn Back Time” at the concert, which was held at Radio City Music Hall in New York City. For the occasion, she wore a sheer black sequined bodysuit, a black leather jacket and thigh-high boots — an ensemble reminiscent of some of her most iconic and daring looks.

The Grammy winner, who is afrequent collaboratorwith fashion designer Bob Mackie, is often known to rock an all-black, sheer wardrobe piece.

She reportedly brought “the crowd to its feet” at the event, perNewsweek, anda clipof her performance shared on the officialSNLInstagram account shows the likes ofKevin Costner,Will FerrellandJon Hammjamming out to the music.

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SNL50: THE RED CARPET – Pictured: Cher on Sunday, February 16, 2025

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Cher, 78, Rocks SNL 50th Concert in Leather Jacket, Bedazzled Bodysuit

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SNL50: The Anniversary Specialairs live on NBC and Peacock on Sunday, Feb. 16 at 8 p.m. ET.

source: people.com