Overview

• Kenan Thompson, with 22 seasons on 'SNL,' has suggested 'a lot of change' may come in Season 51, though no official announcements have been made.
• Thompson has not yet signed a contract for his 23rd season but expressed optimism about returning to the show he calls a 'favorite place to be.'
• The Season 50 finale featured jokes about cast changes, including Colin Jost humorously suggesting he could replace long-time showrunner Lorne Michaels.
• Michaels, who is 80 years old, has reiterated that he has no immediate plans to retire and intends to remain involved as long as he feels useful.
• The current 17-member cast includes six veterans with seven or more seasons, adding to speculation about potential departures or new additions.