Key Takeaways:
– Comedian Chloe Troast announced not returning to SNL’s 50th season.
– Comedians Punkie Johnson and Andrew Dismukes are also not returning.
– Ashley Padilla, Emil Wakim, and Jane Wickline have joined the SNL team.
– SNL’s 50th season will premiere on September 28.
Comedian Chloe Troast Exits SNL
Comedic talent has forever been the highlight of the acclaimed television show, Saturday Night Live (SNL). Over the decades, it has paved the way for countless artists, escalating them to stardom and acclaim. Take comedians such as Kenan Thompson and Colin Jost, for example. However, not all stories follow the same trajectory, as emphasized by the recent departure of the show’s comedian Chloe Troast.
Troast, known for portraying a range of dynamic roles during her SNL tenure, announced her departure from SNL on Instagram on September 9. After joining the show in Season 49, Troast sadly had to bid farewell after just one season.
Departure Announcement
Sharing her heart out on social media, Troast expressed her disappointment about not returning to SNL. Her message exhibits her feelings of gratitude and determination to move forward regardless. View this post on Instagram here.
Troast said in her post, “Unfortunately, I was not asked back to SNL this season. I wish I was going back to be with all the amazing friends I made there; it truly felt like home. But it wasn’t in the cards.” With an evident spotlight on her fans, she thanked everyone who supported her throughout her SNL journey. Her message resonates with her commitment to spreading joy and laughter, which remains her top priority.
Other Departures from SNL’s 50th Season
Not just Troast, but SNL’s cast will be short of two more members – Punkie Johnson and Andrew Dismukes. Their exit announcement makes it clear that all three comedians won’t be returning for the 50th season of the show.
New Members Join the SNL Team
Although the goodbye from Troast, Johnson, and Dismukes serenades a somber tone, SNL has promptly welcomed fresh comedic talent. Making their way to join one of the highest-rated comedy shows are Ashley Padilla, Emil Wakim, and Jane Wickline. They will join the ranks with original and recently promoted members like Michael Che, Ego Nwodim, Marcello Hernandez, Michael Longfellow, and Devon Walker, elevating the show’s ensemble.
SNL’s 50th Season Premiere Date
With fresh and original members onboard, great things are expected from the upcoming SNL season. The 50th season of the much-loved show will premiere live on NBC on September 28. The show will air at 11:30 p.m. Eastern Time and 8:30 p.m. Pacific Time. For those who prefer online streaming, this new season will also be available on Peacock. View this post on Instagram here.
As SNL embarks on another journey with its 50th season, fans worldwide will undoubtedly eagerly anticipate the new dynamics and comedic performances the show is set to bring. The fresh recruits and the original cast members collectively bear the responsibility to keep the SNL legacy alive while adding to the show’s longstanding comedic tradition.