Overview
- Hernández told E! he plans to remain on Saturday Night Live, saying, “I’m there, I’m there, I’m there,” and that he loves the job.
- He lauded Bowen Yang as a consistent standout who “put up numbers” and worked relentlessly behind the scenes.
- Yang’s final live episode aired December 20 during the Christmas show hosted by Ariana Grande with Cher as musical guest.
- Grande called hosting Yang’s farewell “really special” and said she was grateful to support a close friend.
- Former cast member Ego Nwodim said she did not get advance notice of Yang’s departure, reflecting the season’s broader cast turnover.