"Michaels told Belloni, "It'll be announced in a week or so." The only one certain to return is James Austin Johnson, who does the best Donald Trump imitation on the planet. Michaels confirmed Johnson is coming back. In fact, you would think Johnson's spot, if he wants it, is certain for the next three years. But after that? It's anyone's guess."
"Screen Rant's Matthew Thomas wrote, "It seems extremely likely that some season 50 stars would only exit if they chose to quit. Sarah Sherman, James Austin Johnson, Bowen Yang, Ego Nwodim, Kenan Thompson, Colin Jost, and Michael Che seem like obvious examples of that. However, considering SNL has a history of firing surprising people, like Adam Sandler and Chris Farley, anything is possible.""
Lorne Michaels plans notable changes for Saturday Night Live's 51st season, with an announcement expected imminently. Season 51 returns on October 4. Several current cast members are expected to exit, though specific names and details remain uncertain. James Austin Johnson is confirmed to return and appears secure for the next three years if he desires. Other established performers such as Sarah Sherman, Bowen Yang, Ego Nwodim, Kenan Thompson, Colin Jost, and Michael Che may stay, but the show's history of surprising departures makes outcomes unpredictable. Lorne Michaels, now 80, shows no immediate plans to step down.
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