Ego Nwodim is leaving “Saturday Night Live” after seven seasons as a cast member.

“The hardest part of a great party is knowing when to say goodnight,” she wrote in an Instagram story. “But after seven unforgettable seasons, I have decided to leave SNL . I am immensely grateful to Lorne for the opportunity, to my castmates, the writers, and the crew for their brilliance, support, and friendship. Week after week on that stage taught me more than I could have ever imagined, and I will carry those memories (and that laughter) with me always.”

The news comes after thorough shake-up at the late-night sketch show that was previously believed to have concluded, though Variety has learned that circumstances changed for Nwodim after the final announcements were made, causing her to choose to

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