Molly Kearney joined in 2022 as SNL's first nonbinary cast member. They have a surreal, meta-comedic tone and tend to play quirky misfits.
Punkie Johnson became the first black lesbian cast member when she joined in 2020. She excels at subversive, ironic comedy and delivers searing cultural commentary through her stand-up style Weekend Update bits.
Bowen Yang, while a strong and engaging presence, has struggled in his tenure on Saturday Night Live by often relying on stereotypical characters and predictable punchlines. Despite showing promise in some of his impersonations, his comedic timing and ability to fully commit to a role could use further development. With additional practice and a wider range of original characters, Yang could no doubt stand out amongst the more seasoned members of the cast.
Hailing from Austin, Texas, Devon has previously showcased his comedic talents at Comedy Central's Up Next in 2017, and has written for Freeform's Everything's Trash and Netflix's Big Mouth.
Michael Longfellow started in 2022, known for his self-deprecating humor and impressions. His delivery adds new flavor to the show's political satire.
Sarah Sherman joined in 2019 and brings an avant-garde performance art sensibility through bizarre characters and sketches. Her unhinged energy fuels absurd premises and pushes boundaries.
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