Now that SNL ’s big 50th anniversary is officially in the rearview mirror, the shake-ups to the show’s cast and writing staff promised by Lorne Michaels in a Puck interview last week have begun. Michael Longfellow will reportedly exit the show, following previous departures announced by fellow cast members Emil Wakim and Devon Walker and writers Celeste Yim and Rosebud Baker. Here’s everyone who has confirmed they will be saying farewell to Studio 8H so far.
So, which cast members are leaving?
Michael Longfellow: Michael Longfellow won’t be returning to 30 Rock next season, per an August 28 Deadline report. During his three seasons on the show, the stand-up comedian established himself as a reliable straight man in sketches and a welcome presence on the “Weekend Update” desk