Ego Nwodim has announced that she is leaving “ Saturday Night Live ” after seven seasons.

The 37-year-old comedian took to social media to reveal the news on Friday, calling her experience on the long-running NBC sketch comedy series “unforgettable.”

“The hardest part of a great party is knowing when to say goodnight,” she wrote on an Instagram story Friday. “I have decided to leave SNL. I am immensely grateful to Lorne for the opportunity; to my castmates, the writers, and the crew for their brilliance, support, and friendship.”

Nwodim continued: “Week after week on that stage taught me more than I could have ever imagined, and I will carry those memories (and that laughter) with me always now invite me to your weddings please!!”

The Baltimore native joined the Lorne Michaels -

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