Punkie Johnson Opens Up About Leaving 'SNL'

The comedian felt out of place on the sketch show and decided to focus on stand-up and other projects.

Johnson struggled with SNL's structured format and felt she didn't fit in.
She considered leaving before Season 49 but stayed after advice from her team.
The departure of a close writer, Ben Silva, intensified her feelings of misfit.
Johnson has no hard feelings toward the show and maintains a good relationship with Lorne Michaels.
Since her exit, she has received numerous new opportunities.