Bowen Yang opened up about his decision to leave Saturday Night Live, stating he never felt like a core part of the show. Yang explained that he felt like he was used as a utility player, often playing unique characters but not being a central figure in the cast.

Yang’s Time on SNL

Yang joined SNL as a writer in 2018 and became a featured player in Season 45. He was later promoted to the main cast in Season 47. During his time on the show, Yang became known for his versatility and offbeat comedic sensibility, delivering standout moments as characters like the iceberg that sank the Titanic and Moo Deng.

Yang’s exit in Season 51 follows the departures of several other cast members, including Ego Nwodim, Heidi Gardner, and Michael Longfellow. Yang stated that he felt it was the right time to step away from the show, but was persuaded by creator Lorne Michaels to stay on for a few additional episodes.

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