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October 30th, 2004 Kate Winslet Eminem None Johnny Damon Proof

NBC Special Report

Summary: Osama bin Laden (Seth Meyers) delivers a videotaped message about the U.S. Election and Ashlee Simpson's appearance on last week's episode of "Saturday Night Live." Recurring Characters: Tom Brokaw, Osama bin Laden. Transcript

Montage

Kate Winslet's Monologue

Summary: Following last week's Ashlee Simpson debacle, Kate Winslet sings and dances in order to prove that the show really is live. Bio: Kate Winslet (1975-). Actress; often prefers to play "devilish damsels" on film rather than traditional starlet roles; films include "Titanic" (1997) and "Finding Neverland" (2004).

Rap Night

Summary: Extremely overweight rapper Chubb Hottie (Horatio Sanz) welcomes singer/songwriter Norah Jones (Kate Winslet). Recurring Characters: Chubb Hottie, DJ Sugar Shock. Transcript

Mrs. Dr. Frankenstein

Summary: Mrs. Dr. Frankenstein (Kate Winslet) builds her perfect man (Fred Armisen), who turns out to be a gay monster. Recurring Characters: Frankenstein.

TV Funhouse

Summary: Rob Smigel cartoon pokes fun of John McCain, who can't bring himself to deliver a Bush campaign support speech.

Clinton's Endorsement

Summary: While helping out on his campaign, Bill Clinton (Darrell Hammond) receives greater praise than John Kerry (Seth Meyers). Recurring Characters: John Kerry, Bruce Springsteen, Clarence Clemons, Teresa Heinz Kerry, Bill Clinton.

Eminem performs "Mosh"

First Performed: 99c.

Weekend Update with Tina Fey & Amy Poehler

Summary: Seth Meyers and Johnny Damon are thrilled by the Red Sox's World Series win. Will Forte belches out his favorite Halloween songs. After becoming a naturalized citizen of the United States, Diego (Fred Armisen) explores Democracy Plaza. Elton John (Horatio Sanz) comments on Ashlee Simpson's lip-synching debacle. Recurring Characters: Elton John. Bio: Johnny Damon (1973-). Athlete; outfielder for the Boston Red Sox, 2002-05.

Kaitlin At The Mall

Summary: Kaitlin (Amy Poehler) begs her older cousin (Kate Winslet) to pierce her ears. Recurring Characters: Kaitlin, Rick.

Eminem with Proof performs "Just Lose It"

Bio: Proof (1973-2006). Rapper; appeared with Eminem in the film "8 Mile" (2002); shot to death outside a Detroit club after killing a military veteran.

Goodwin Wig & Toy

Summary: Glenda Goodwin (Maya Rudolph) only sells non-frightening Halloween costumes. Recurring Characters: Glenda Goodwin. Transcript

Election Map Colors

Summary: Prior to reporting election coverage, Tim Russert (Darrell Hammond) and Tom Brokaw (Chris Parnell) try to pick a neutral color to represent the uncounted states. Recurring Characters: Tim Russert, Tom Brokaw.

Goodnights

Transcript

Fight Back with Victor Ramos

Summary: Victor Ramos (Horatio Sanz) shows a Chicago Transit Authority employee (Kate Winslet) the proper way to fight terrorism. Note: This sketch will eventually air in next season's episode hosted by Dane Cook.

Its Happenings

Summary: Terrye Funck (Chris Parnell) hosts his cable access show from a low-rent buffet. Recurring Characters: Terry Funcke.

John Kerry Ad

Summary: Women are eager to vote for John Kerry (Seth Meyers). Recurring Characters: John Kerry.

Bear City

Summary: Frustration culminates when a bear tries to get cigarettes from a gas station. Note: This short film will air in the episode hosted by Paris Hilton.