Effectively, we thought the Saturday Night time Dwell exits have been just about over, nevertheless it seems they weren’t. Forward of the present’s Season 51 premiere on the 2025 TV schedule, it’s been revealed that Ego Nwodim is not going to be returning after seven seasons on the present.
Her departure marks the second exit of a long-time solid member, as Heidi Gardner’s departure was introduced earlier. In line with Deadline, it was Nwodim’s selection to depart, as she stated:
The toughest a part of an incredible occasion is figuring out when to say goodnight. However after seven unforgettable seasons, I’ve determined to depart SNL. I’m immensely grateful to Lorne for the chance, to my castmates, the writers, and the crew for his or her brilliance, help, and friendship. Week after week on that stage taught me greater than I might have ever imagined, and I’ll carry these reminiscences, and that laughter, with me at all times.
Nwodim’s departure marks the fifth solid exit this yr. It began with Devon Walker introduced he wouldn’t return after three years on the present. Michael Longfellow, who had additionally been on SNL for 3 years, and Emil Wakim, who was on one season, gained’t be again both. All three have been comparatively new solid members.
Heidi Gardner was on the present for eight seasons, whereas Ego Nwodim was there for seven, making them the longest-running solid members set to depart.
Extra to come back…