Dennis Perkins

The Not Ready for Late Night Players.

Classic show premiered in September 1982 to little fanfare and even fewer viewers.

Missed opportunities marked the legendary band's only 'Saturday Night Live' appearance.

With Shelley Long's Diane gone, hit show brought in replacement to annoy Ted Danson's bar owner.

Cast was largely made up of unknown actors, but many have gone on to enjoy long and successful careers.

Funnyman positions himself in a different kind of role in 'Cyrano de Bergerac' update.