# Bowen Yang Leaves SNL Midseason

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Podcast: [Entertainment & Celebrity News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/entertainment-celebrity-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7442868)
Published: 2026-06-08T17:55:41+00:00
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Bowen Yang shocked fans by leaving SNL mid-season—until he revealed he never felt like the main dish, just the seasoning, and was grateful for the steady gig. But Lorne Michaels personally convinced him to stay, calling him essential for mentoring new talent. After seven standout seasons and Emmy nods, Yang’s exit was rare—but his final sketch with Ariana Grande sealed the chapter. Now, he’s diving into new projects, including Wicked and his hit podcast Las Culturistas, as he steps boldly beyond the sketch show. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/84004ac74268cab7

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