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Kenan Thompson Nears SNL Half-Century Milestone
12 Mar
Summary
- Kenan Thompson is nearing a significant 28-year tenure on SNL.
- This milestone means he will have been on SNL for half its existence.
- He started on the show in 2003 and has 23 seasons under his belt.

Kenan Thompson is on the verge of a historic accomplishment on "Saturday Night Live." He recently learned that in approximately five years, he will have been a cast member for half of the show's entire history. This would mark his 28th year on the iconic sketch comedy series.
Thompson, who began his tenure in 2003, currently holds the record for the longest-serving cast member with 23 seasons. This new potential milestone places him significantly ahead of other notable "SNL" veterans, with Darrell Hammond holding the second-longest tenure at 14 seasons.
As of the current season, Thompson has already established a substantial lead. His continued presence on the show highlights his enduring impact and commitment to "Saturday Night Live."




