NBC's SNL will be missing one familiar face when it returns for its 45th season
for its upcoming season.as a castmember in 2014 after originally boarding the series as a writer and broke out during multiple appearances on its popular "Weekend Update" segments. Jones was one of the original comedians who were considered to join the sketch show in December 2013 afterwas criticized for having a predominantly white cast. Sasheer Zamata ultimately landed that spot.
Jones so far is the only cast departure for the upcoming 45th season. The repertory players include Beck Bennett, Aidy Bryant, Michael Che, Pete Davidson, Mikey Day, Colin Jost, McKinnon, Alex Moffat, Kyle Mooney, Cecily Strong, Kenan Thompson and Melissa Villasenor. Heidi Gardner, Ego Nwodim and Chris Redd are featured players.The Angry Birds Movie 2typically undergoes cast changes every year ahead of its new season.
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