SNL's Molly Kearney Exits Ahead of Milestone Season 50

Tyler Kent | 03 August 2024
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SNL's Molly Kearney Exits Ahead of Milestone Season 50

This week, "Saturday Night Live" saw two cast members announce their exits, with Molly Kearney being the latest. Kearney revealed their departure on Instagram, sharing a post with behind-the-scenes photos and writing, “That’s a wrap on my time on SNL!” They expressed gratitude for their two seasons on the show, noting the honor of working with such a talented team and reflecting on their unique experience as SNL’s first nonbinary cast member.

Kearney’s announcement follows Punkie Johnson’s similar departure announcement made just a day earlier via social media. CNN has reached out to "SNL" for comments on these exits. The show, which debuted in October 1975, is set to celebrate its 50th season this fall.