Bowen Yang Leaving SNL After Eight Seasons
- The comedian and actor, known for his character work and sharp wit, confirmed his exit from the long-running sketch comedy show on August 12, 2024.
- When: Confirmed august 12, 2024, with his final episode airing August 17, 2024.
- Why it matters: Yang was a groundbreaking presence on SNL as the show's first openly gay Asian-American cast member, and a key player during a period of transition...
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Bowen yang to Depart “Saturday Night Live” After Seven Seasons
The comedian and actor, known for his character work and sharp wit, confirmed his exit from the long-running sketch comedy show on August 12, 2024.
Departure Confirmed After Speculation
Bowen Yang,a fan-favorite cast member of “Saturday Night Live,” is leaving the series after the episode airing August 17,2024 as reported by the Los Angeles Times. Representatives for Yang and “Saturday Night Live” initially declined to comment on the move on August 9, 2024.
On August 10, 2024, Yang confirmed his departure via an Instagram post, expressing gratitude for his time on the show. He wrote, “i loved working at SNL, and most of all i loved the people. i was there at a time when many things in the world started to seem futile, but working at 30 rock taught me the value in showing up anyway when people make it worthwile.” He also thanked Ariana Grande, the host of his final episode and his “wicked” co-star, for “sending me off in the dreamiest way I could imagine.”
Yang’s Impact on “Saturday Night Live”
Yang joined “Saturday Night Live” in September 2019,becoming the first openly gay Asian-American cast member in the show’s history according to NBC News. He quickly rose to prominence with his impressions, including those of Bernie Sanders and Ben Shapiro, and original characters.
His departure follows those of other recent cast members, including Kate McKinnon, Pete Davidson, and Kyle Mooney, signaling a period of change for the show.Yang’s