NBC confirmed that three new featured players, including Asian American actor and comedian Bowen Yang, will join “SNL’s” revolving door of performers for its 45th season.
She became a featured player along with Sasheer Zamata and Pete Davidson in 2014.
While other recurring cast members, such as Fred Armisen and Rob Schneider, have Asian heritage, and stars of Asian descent like Awkwafina, Kumail Nanjiani and Sandra Oh have been memorable hosts, Yang will make a significant stride for Asian American and LGBTQ+ representation when he takes the “SNL” stage this fall. Fellow industry members have already posted several congratulatory messages to Yang on social media for his historic moment.
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