Overview

• Kenan Thompson, 46, is in his 22nd season on Saturday Night Live, solidifying his record as the longest-serving cast member since joining in 2003.
• Thompson has expressed his ambition to remain on the show indefinitely, aiming to become its 'forever cast member' and surpassing even his milestone of 20 seasons achieved in 2022.
• His partnership with SNL creator Lorne Michaels continues to be a cornerstone of the show's stability, with both planning to stay 'until the wheels fall off.'
• Despite managing health challenges like GERD, which has impacted his voice, Thompson continues to play a central role in SNL's success, contributing to over 1,500 sketches and earning an Emmy in 2018.
• Thompson's enduring presence on SNL includes iconic sketches like 'What Up With That?' and celebrity impressions of Steve Harvey and Charles Barkley, underscoring his pivotal role in the show's legacy.