Saturday Night Live Fires Four Cast Members Including Michael Longfellow

Michael Longfellow, a featured cast member on Saturday Night Live (SNL) since 2022, was recently fired ahead of the show's 51st season as part of a significant cast shake-up announced by creator Lorne Michaels. Longfellow learned about his departure from his agent while waiting at an airport in Utah, rather than directly from Michaels, and expressed frustration over the public nature of his firing. Alongside Longfellow, cast members Heidi Gardner, Devon Walker, and Emil Wakim were also let go amid reports of a challenging and sometimes toxic backstage environment. Despite the abrupt exit, Longfellow shared gratitude for his time on SNL, calling it the best three years of his life and acknowledging the impact Michaels had on his career. He addressed rumors about a potential Weekend Update role before his firing and appeared to take the situation in stride during a recent comedy show. The departures signal a notable transition for SNL as it prepares for the upcoming season.