The 50th season of Saturday Night Live concluded last month, marking the beginning of anticipation for more humor when Season 51 debuts later in 2025. Yet, there’s a buzz among fans regarding the potential departures of Colin Jost and other long-standing favorites. Interestingly, nobody has bid farewell so far. As speculation swirls during the show’s summer break, Mikey Day has shared his future plans.
2013 marked the beginning of his career as a writer on SNL. In 2016, he advanced to become a featured player, and two seasons later, he was promoted to repertory player. Known for creating popular sketches and characters, he’s also known for his Weekend Update bit of stripping off his shirt. With over a decade on the show now, it seems he might be considering his future moves. Fortunately, he recently disclosed some exciting news to Variety that fans will undoubtedly appreciate:
I want to work there for as long as I can. I want to work there until it’s sad.
Hearing that at least one cast member, including the beloved Day, has no immediate plans to depart, gives me a sense of relief. Although his future involvement might shift in a year or two, for the moment, it appears fans can relax knowing he won’t be leaving us imminently.
After a prolonged silence, Kenan Thompson, the longest-serving cast member of Saturday Night Live (SNL), hinted at potential changes ahead. With 22 seasons behind him, he has expressed his desire to keep performing on SNL indefinitely. However, he recently mentioned to Page Six that there might be significant alterations coming up next year. The specifics of these changes remain vague, as Thompson has also spoken about the emotional toll of being part of SNL for such a long time, making it uncertain what his exact intentions are.
For half a century, Saturday Night Live (SNL) has been a staple on our screens, experiencing numerous cast members moving on throughout its long run. Some seasons have had more goodbyes than others, but given the show’s reputation for launching countless comedians into stardom and serving as a milestone in their careers, departures ahead of Season 51 seem inevitable. However, we can breathe a sigh of relief knowing that Mikey Day will be returning for another season.
As a devoted film enthusiast, I’m eagerly anticipating the confirmation of the Season 51 cast this summer, before the premiere. However, it’s not uncommon for some cast members to announce their departures ahead of schedule. While I’m hopeful that Day will remain, the truth is, with so many talented individuals in the mix, it’s anyone’s guess who might stay or go, regardless of how long they’ve been part of the show. For now, all 50 seasons of SNL are available to stream with a Peacock subscription.
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2025-06-13 19:09