Fineman Leaves SNL for Netflix
SNL Star Chloe Fineman Leaves After Seven Seasons to Reportedly Join Netflix Series
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Chloe Fineman appeared in 135 Saturday Night Live episodes over seven seasons, underscoring her status as one of the show's most prolific impressionists.
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She joined SNL in 2019 as a Season 45 newcomer alongside Bowen Yang, with Shane Gillis fired from the show before the season began.
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Outside SNL, Fineman has built a diverse screen and voice-acting portfolio, including Big Mouth and The Simpsons, plus roles in Summer of 69, Home Team (Netflix, 2022), Babylon, Megalopolis, Despicable Me and Freakier Friday; reports indicate she is in negotiations for Netflix’s Myron Bolitar series.
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In Season 51, Fineman was the longest-tenured female cast member after Ego Nwodim and Heidi Gardner exited, highlighting her prominence in the show’s evolving ensemble.
Chloe Fineman is leaving Saturday Night Live after seven seasons, making her the first cast member to exit ahead of Season 52. She announced the news on Instagram, calling her time at SNL the "greatest privilege of my life" Hollywood Reporter. Fineman, 37, joined the show in 2019 and appeared in 135 episodes over her run.
Her departure comes with a clear next step already in place. Fineman is reportedly in negotiations to join Netflix's adaptation of Harlan Coben's Myron Bolitar series, signaling a move from sketch comedy to high-profile drama TVLine.
Seven Seasons, 135 Episodes, One Iconic Impressionist
Fineman joined SNL in Season 45 in 2019 alongside Bowen Yang CBR. Over seven seasons, she became one of the show's most recognizable faces. She was known for sharp impressions of Britney Spears, Timothée Chalamet, and others. Her viral sketches made her a fan favorite year after year.
By Season 51, Fineman was the longest-tenured female cast member on the show. That came after both Ego Nwodim and Heidi Gardner left the series Yahoo News. Her 135 episode appearances put her among the most prolific cast members in recent SNL history.
Fineman's Heartfelt Goodbye on Instagram
Fineman shared her exit in a personal Instagram post. She said leaving was hard but that it was "time for her next chapter" Bleeding Cool. She expressed deep gratitude for the cast and crew, calling SNL a true home. The post struck an emotional tone rather than a celebratory one.
She said she would miss the cast deeply. Her words pointed to a genuine attachment to the show built over seven years Hollywood Reporter. Fans and fellow cast members quickly flooded the post with support after she shared the news.
A Film and TV Career Already Well Underway
Fineman's work outside SNL spans film, animation, and streaming. She had roles in Babylon, Megalopolis, and Freakier Friday. She also appeared in the Netflix film Home Team in 2022 and voiced characters in Despicable Me and Big Mouth TVLine. Her resume shows she was building a screen career in parallel with SNL all along.
The reported Netflix deal for the Myron Bolitar series would be her biggest dramatic role yet. Harlan Coben's thrillers have been a reliable source of hits for Netflix Yahoo News. Landing a role in that franchise would mark a clear shift in the type of projects she is chasing.
What Her Exit Means for SNL Season 52
Fineman's departure leaves a notable gap heading into Season 52. Losing the show's longest-tenured female cast member is a significant shift for the ensemble CBR. SNL will need to lean on newer cast members or bring in fresh faces to fill her role as a lead impressionist.
Seven-year runs are common for SNL veterans, but Fineman's exit stands out because of her recent momentum. She left at the top of her profile, not after a slow fade Hollywood Reporter. That timing suggests she is betting on her outside career — and early signs point to a smart bet.
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