Bowen Yang opts to return to "Saturday Night Live" for season 51, despite peers leaving the show.

Bowen Yang will return for his seventh season on "Saturday Night Live," despite considering leaving the show. SNL creator Lorne Michaels encouraged Yang to stay, telling him he had more to contribute. Yang's decision comes as several cast members depart, making the new season bittersweet. Yang credits SNL for expanding his career opportunities.