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Fans of Saturday Night Live are in shock after the announcement that Ego Nwodim will not be returning for the show\u2019s 51st season<\/a>, which starts on Saturday, October 4, 2025. The comedian and actress confirmed her departure after seven years on the sketch series, leaving behind a legacy of memorable characters and fan-favorite performances.<\/p>\n Nwodim shared the news in an Instagram post, reflecting on her run with gratitude. She described the decision to leave as \u201cthe hardest part of a great party\u201d and thanked Lorne Michaels, her fellow cast members, the writers and the crew for their support and friendship. She also noted how much she learned performing week after week on the famous Studio 8H stage, calling the experience unforgettable.<\/p>\n \ud83c\udfac <\/strong>SIGN UP for Parade’s Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox<\/strong><\/a> \ud83c\udfac\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Since joining the cast in 2018 and being promoted to a repertory player in 2020, Nwodim quickly established herself as a standout. Her original characters and quick wit made her sketches some of the most talked about of recent years. Whether she was causing chaos as Lisa from Temecula, delivering laughs on \u201cWeekend Update\u201d as Miss Eggy or Rich Auntie With No Kids, or showing off her sharp impersonation skills in the recurring Dionne Warwick Talk Show, she consistently left an impression on audiences.<\/p>\n The response to @eggyboom<\/a>‘s exit has been emotional. Fans have flooded social media with messages of support, calling her talented, hilarious and the glue that held the show together. Some admitted they are less motivated to watch future seasons without her, while others celebrated the fact that she\u2019s leaving on a high note. Many also expressed excitement for what comes next, confident her career will only continue to grow.<\/p>\n Outside of ‘SNL,’ Nwodim has already been making moves<\/a> in television, film and voice acting. She appeared in the TV series Poker Face and Mr. Throwback, and she has lent her voice to animated shows, including Bearbrick and Futurama. She is also set to appear in the upcoming live-action adaptation of Gabby\u2019s Dollhouse, which will mark one of her biggest film projects to date. Along with these screen roles, she remains active as a live performer, keeping her comedic roots strong.<\/p>\n While Saturday Night Live is known for its revolving cast<\/a>, Nwodim\u2019s departure will be felt. Over seven seasons she delivered iconic moments<\/a> that fans will remember long after she\u2019s gone from the stage. Her ability to create characters that resonated beyond the sketch format helped define her era on the show. As she heads into her next chapter, audiences can expect to see even more of the humor, originality and spark that made her one of Saturday Night Live\u2019s brightest stars.<\/p>\n Related: Original \u2018SNL\u2019 Cast Member Says Lorne Michaels Never Used to Fire People<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n This story was originally reported by Parade<\/a> on Sep 12, 2025, where it first appeared in the News<\/a> section. Add Parade as a Preferred Source by clicking here.<\/a><\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\nNwodim’s Fans Have Thoughts<\/h2>\n
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