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Michael Longfellow, a standout cast member of SNL, has announced he will not return for the show’s 51st season. After three successful years, he expressed gratitude for his time, notably for his performances in ‘Weekend Update’ and the memorable ‘Goth Kid on Vacation’ sketch. Longfellow plans to embark on a summer stand-up tour titled ‘No Worries If Not Tour’ after finishing on SNL, where he will perform in 11 cities across the country.
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Michael Longfellow, a cast member from Arizona, has announced that he will not return for the 51st season of “Saturday Night Live” (SNL). The announcement was made through a statement posted online by Longfellow on Thursday, marking the conclusion of his three-year tenure with the popular sketch comedy show.
In his statement, Longfellow expressed gratitude for his time on SNL, referring to it as “the best three years of my life so far.” He joined the SNL cast in 2022 and quickly became known for his performances, particularly in multiple “Weekend Update” segments. His notable appearances include the musical sketch titled “Goth Kid on Vacation,” which featured prominently during the show’s landmark 50th season.
Longfellow’s departure comes alongside the exit of fellow cast members Devon Walker and Emil Wakim, both of whom have also announced they will not return for the upcoming season. Longfellow grew up in the Valley and is a proud graduate of Arizona State University, adding to the list of SNL alumni from Arizona that includes former cast members Aidy Bryant and David Spade.
Following his time on SNL, Longfellow is set to embark on a summer stand-up tour titled “No Worries If Not Tour.” This tour will kick off with two shows in Austin, Texas, on June 6 and 7, 2024. After these performances, he is scheduled to perform five shows in his hometown of Phoenix, AZ. The tour will include a total of eleven cities and is set to run through the end of August. Devon Walker will join Longfellow as a co-headliner during performances in Philadelphia and Las Vegas, further solidifying their camaraderie beyond the SNL stage.
During his time with SNL, Longfellow was promoted from a featured player to a member of the show’s repertory cast at the beginning of the last season. This promotion highlighted his growth and contributions to the show, raising expectations for his potential future projects in comedy and entertainment.
Tickets for Longfellow’s upcoming summer performances are currently available for purchase online, allowing fans to experience his comedy live as he transitions from the iconic SNL stage to venues across the country. His journey reflects a blend of personal development and dedication to his craft, making waves in the comedy scene as he moves forward in his career.
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