# SNL Season 52 Cast Changes Revealed

> SNL Season 52 cast reveals key departures and new additions ahead of Sept 26 premiere.
- Title: SNL Season 52 Cast Changes Revealed · Variety | Shortify
- Summary: SNL Season 52 cast reveals key departures and new additions ahead of Sept 26 premiere. SNL Season 52 features returning stars like Kenan Thompson and new…
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- Source: Variety — https://variety.com/lists/snl-cast-season-52
- Author: Ethan Shanfeld
- Published: 2026-09-17T15:00:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: snl, season 52, kenan thompson, colin jost, michael che, grace reiter, saidah belo-osagie, entertainment, culture
## Who Left
Bowen Yang and Chloe Fineman departed after Season 51.
## Who Stayed
Five freshmen and veterans return for Season 52.
## New Members
Grace Reiter and Saidah Belo-Osagie join cast this season.

> Grace Reiter joins Saturday Night Live for her first season
## Grace Reiter
Wisconsin comedian stars in Tim Robinson's series and upcoming show.
## Saidah Belo-Osagie
New York filmmaker creates solo show 'Saidah Gets Closure'.
## Key takeaway

SNL Season 52 features returning stars like Kenan Thompson and new members Grace Reiter and Saidah Belo-Osagie.