39-year-old comedian Punkie Johnson announces departure from Saturday Night Live ahead of its 50th season.
39-year-old comedian Punkie Johnson (real name Jesica Williams), who joined "Saturday Night Live" (SNL) in 2020, has announced her departure from the long-running sketch comedy show ahead of its 50th season. Johnson revealed her decision during a Q&A at a comedy show, stating there are no bad feelings and she does not want to lie to her friends. She expressed gratitude for the opportunity to work with SNL and shared that there are no hard feelings or bridges burned. Fellow SNL cast members and celebrities like Wanda Sykes and Quinta Brunson commented on her post, sharing their support and expressing surprise at the sudden news.
August 01, 2024
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