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| SNL Season 50 Ends |
Saturday Night Live just finished its huge 50th season. A lot of people expected big announcements, emotional farewells, and cast members saying goodbye. But that didn’t happen. The season finale came and went without anyone officially leaving or saying it was their last show. It felt like a regular episode — just with some extra jokes and hugs.
Even though the show looked like business as usual, many fans are guessing that some cast members may be planning to leave soon. They just haven’t said it yet.
Many Cast Members Have Been On The Show For Years
Right now, SNL has 17 people in the main cast. Out of those, 6 have been on the show for 7 or more years. These include:
- Colin Jost
- Michael Che
- Mikey Day
- Heidi Gardner
- Ego Nwodim
- Kenan Thompson (who’s been there the longest — a record-breaking 22 years!)
When actors have been on the show for that long, it’s common for them to leave to do other things, like movies or writing. That’s why fans were watching closely, wondering if this episode would mark the end for any of them.
No Special Goodbyes Like We’ve Seen In The Past
Years ago, when Kristen Wiig left the show in 2012, she had a big, emotional sendoff. The cast sang to her, there were tears, and it was a moment to remember. But in recent years, SNL has stopped doing big goodbye scenes, even for longtime cast members.
In this season’s finale, there weren’t any tearful speeches or farewell messages. The only person who got flowers was Scarlett Johansson — and those came from her husband Colin Jost, not because she was leaving, but because she was the host.
Michael Che Has Talked About Leaving — But Nothing Confirmed
Michael Che has hinted before that he might be ready to leave SNL. He’s made jokes about it during his stand-up comedy shows, saying things like he won’t stay much longer. But he’s said that before and didn’t go anywhere. In this final episode, Che didn’t say anything about leaving, so we still don’t know for sure what his plans are.
Scarlett Johansson Jokes About Sarah Sherman Leaving — But It Wasn’t Real
During her opening monologue, Scarlett sang a funny little song. In the song, she said that Sarah Sherman was leaving SNL and that the cast would miss her. But then Sarah looked surprised and said:
“Wait, what? What do you mean leaving?”
It was all just a joke — part of the show’s comedy. Most people believe that Sarah isn’t actually leaving and that she was picked for the joke because nobody expects her to go.
Emotional Hugs Hint That Something Might Be Changing
Even though no one made a big speech, fans noticed some emotional moments at the end of the show. During the curtain call — when the cast stands together to wave goodbye — Bowen Yang gave long hugs to Sarah Sherman and Ego Nwodim. That kind of moment makes fans wonder: is someone quietly saying goodbye?
Bowen has been on SNL for seven seasons, and his movie career is starting to grow. That could mean he’s thinking about leaving to focus on bigger things. Nothing’s been confirmed, but the hugs definitely got people talking.
Colin Jost Makes Jokes About Taking Over The Show
There have been rumors that SNL creator and boss Lorne Michaels might retire soon. He’s been running the show for 50 years. Some people think Colin Jost could take his place.
During the famous Weekend Update segment, Jost had to read a joke written by Michael Che as part of their usual "Joke Swap." Here’s what he had to say:
“Lorne, retire b*tch! Let me run the show.”
Later, Che made Jost say another line while putting on red lipstick:
“Lorne, I’ll do anything to run this show.”
It was all for laughs, but it made people wonder if Jost really wants to take over someday.
Scarlett Thanks Lorne Michaels For 50 Amazing Years
At the end of the episode, Scarlett Johansson gave a kind shoutout to Lorne Michaels. She said:
“You are a singular man. We love you and thank you.”
It was a sweet way to close out a major milestone for SNL — its 50th season on TV.
So What Happens Next?
Right now, everything is still up in the air. Nobody officially announced they’re leaving. But in past years, longtime cast members usually say something in the weeks after the season ends. Sometimes the news comes in July or August when Lorne Michaels starts planning the next season.
So fans will have to wait and see what happens over the summer. Maybe some of the familiar faces will stay, or maybe we’ll get a big surprise. One thing’s for sure — the show will keep going, just like it has for the last 50 years.
Thank you, Scarlett Johansson, Bad Bunny, Mike Myers, and RaiNao! Goodnight! pic.twitter.com/fTy9bl5fN9
— Saturday Night Live - SNL (@nbcsnl) May 18, 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is leaving SNL after Season 50?
There are rumors, but no official announcements. Some cast members have hinted at leaving, but no one confirmed it in the Season 50 finale.
Is Colin Jost leaving SNL?
Colin Jost hasn’t confirmed anything about leaving. He joked about it during the finale, but nothing official has been announced.
Is Sarah Sherman leaving SNL?
No, Sarah Sherman isn’t leaving SNL. The joke about her leaving during the finale was just a fun bit, and she didn’t say goodbye.
Why didn’t SNL have any goodbyes in the Season 50 finale?
SNL stopped doing big goodbyes for cast members in recent years. The finale felt like a regular episode with no official send-offs.
Who is replacing Lorne Michaels on SNL?
There has been speculation that Colin Jost might take over as showrunner when Lorne Michaels retires, but Lorne hasn’t confirmed any plans to step down yet.
When will SNL announce cast departures?
Traditionally, SNL announces any departures in the weeks following the season finale, typically in the summer.
Who was the host for SNL’s Season 50 finale?
Scarlett Johansson hosted the Season 50 finale, with her husband, Colin Jost, being part of the regular cast.
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