Chevy Chase has expressed significant disappointment regarding his exclusion from the SNL 50th anniversary special. As an original cast member and creator of the 'Weekend Update' segment, he was notably absent from the stage performances, despite other original members like Garrett Morris and Laraine Newman participating. Chase watched the event from the audience and questioned why Bill Murray received an invitation while he did not.

He attempted to address this matter with SNL creator Lorne Michaels through text messages but felt unable to fully communicate his concerns. According to his wife Jayni, Chase was initially promised appearances in two segments, which were subsequently canceled without clear explanation.

Chase departed from SNL in 1976 during the second season, a decision he now regrets, citing a romantic relationship as the reason. His relationship with SNL has been complicated, including a notable physical altercation with Bill Murray in 1978 and critical comments about the show's comedy in 2018. Nevertheless, he hosted the show eight times between 1978 and 1997.

SNL significantly contributed to his successful film career, featuring in movies such as Fletch, Caddyshack, and National Lampoon's Vacation series, and he earned two Emmy Awards for his contributions. His documentary 'I'm Chevy Chase and You're Not' will air on CNN on January 1st.