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Bowen Yang reflects on his departure from 'Saturday Night Live,' emphasizing that he stayed as long as he wanted and sharing emotional insights about his experience, the unpredictability of the job, and gratitude for his time on the show.
Bowen Yang's final 'SNL' appearance, hosted by Ariana Grande with Cher as musical guest, drew the show's highest viewership in over a year with 5.4 million viewers, marking a significant ratings boost and a notable farewell for Yang, who was the show's first Asian cast member.
Bowen Yang left Saturday Night Live despite being offered a large sum of money to stay, citing unhappiness and overcommitment outside the show as reasons for his departure, which was against the wishes of creator Lorne Michaels.
Bowen Yang gifted SNL staffers plush toys resembling Moo Deng, his viral baby pygmy hippo character, as a heartfelt farewell gesture, reflecting his distinctive comedic style and the show's warm tribute to his tenure.
Bowen Yang's departure from 'Saturday Night Live' marks a significant loss for the show, which is already facing challenges due to recent cast changes and a creative lull. Yang, a trailblazing Asian American and openly gay performer, made history on the show and gained fame both on and off the stage, notably through his podcast 'Las Culturistas.' His exit raises concerns about the show's future and its ability to reflect diverse audiences.
Bowen Yang's final SNL episode featured emotional farewells, holiday sketches, Ariana Grande as host, and special appearances, culminating in a heartfelt goodbye that highlighted his versatile comedy talent.
Bowen Yang bid an emotional farewell to 'Saturday Night Live' after eight seasons, culminating in a heartfelt final sketch featuring Ariana Grande and Cher, where he expressed love for his colleagues and shared a tearful performance of 'Please Come Home for Christmas.'
Saturday Night Live bid farewell to Bowen Yang with a meta holiday sketch and featured a solo Trump parody by James Austin Johnson, along with traditional holiday sketches and jokes, culminating in a festive and humorous episode.
Bowen Yang, a prominent cast member of 'Saturday Night Live' and the show's first Chinese American cast member, announced his departure after 8 seasons, performing a heartfelt farewell during the show's holiday episode with Ariana Grande and Cher, and reflecting on his career and impact on representation in comedy.
Ariana Grande hosted her third 'Saturday Night Live' episode on December 20, 2025, featuring Cher as the musical guest and marking Bowen Yang's final show after over seven years, with memorable performances and sketches celebrating the holiday season and Yang's departure.
Bowen Yang bid an emotional farewell to 'Saturday Night Live' during a Christmas episode hosted by Ariana Grande, featuring heartfelt performances and tributes, as he departs the show after several years, expressing gratitude and reflecting on his time there.
Bowen Yang bid an emotional farewell to 'Saturday Night Live' during his final episode, featuring heartfelt moments with Cher and Ariana Grande, and expressing gratitude for his time on the show, which he is leaving ahead of Season 51.
Comedian Bowen Yang is leaving Saturday Night Live after the latest episode, expressing gratitude for his time on the show and reflecting on his experiences and lessons learned. He has been a prominent cast member since 2018, known for memorable characters and parodies, and will be replaced in the upcoming episode hosted by Ariana Grande.
Bowen Yang announced his departure from 'Saturday Night Live' after several seasons, expressing gratitude for his time on the show and highlighting the relationships and lessons he gained. He thanked his colleagues and fans, and shared his appreciation for the experience, including a shoutout to Ariana Grande for a memorable send-off.
Bowen Yang is leaving Saturday Night Live after eight seasons, with his final appearance scheduled for the upcoming episode, amid a recent wave of cast departures; he is also known for his podcast Las Culturistas and film roles, and SNL plans to launch a UK version next year.