Bergen County native and comedian Chloe Troast will not be returning to Saturday Night Live for the show's upcoming 50th season. Troast joined the cast as a featured player in 2022, becoming the first openly autistic performer on the show.
Bergen County native and comedian Chloe Troast will not be returning to Saturday Night Live for the show's upcoming 50th season. Troast joined the cast as a featured player in 2022, becoming the first openly autistic performer on the show.
A source close to the production confirmed to The Bergen Record that Troast was "not asked back" for the new season. The reason for her departure is unclear, but sources speculate that it may have been due to creative differences or a desire to focus on other projects.
Chloe Troast Not Invited Back to SNL for 50th Season
Troast's departure marks a significant loss for SNL, as she quickly became a fan favorite with her unique comedic style and willingness to tackle sensitive topics such as autism and mental health. In a 2022 interview with The New York Times, Troast spoke about the importance of representation on SNL and the challenges she faced as an autistic performer.
"I'm not here to be a token autistic person," Troast said. "I'm here to be a comedian who happens to be autistic. I want to make people laugh, and I want to make them think."
Troast's departure has sparked mixed reactions among fans and critics. Some have expressed disappointment, while others have speculated that she may have simply outgrown the show and is ready to move on to new challenges.
Regardless of the reason for her departure, Troast's impact on SNL cannot be understated. As the first openly autistic performer on the show, she helped to break down barriers and increase visibility for a marginalized community. Her departure is a reminder that representation matters and that there is still work to be done to ensure that all voices are heard on television.
Here are some additional highlights of Troast's time on SNL:
* Troast made her debut on the show in October 2022, appearing in a sketch about a support group for people with anxiety.
* She quickly became known for her quirky and offbeat humor, as well as her willingness to talk openly about her experiences as an autistic person.
* Troast appeared in a number of memorable sketches during her time on SNL, including a parody of the movie "The Breakfast Club" and a sketch about a group of friends who try to use a Ouija board to contact a dead relative.
* She also wrote and starred in a number of digital shorts for the show, including one about a group of friends who try to learn how to play Dungeons & Dragons.
Troast's departure from SNL is a reminder that even the most successful comedians face challenges and setbacks. However, her time on the show has undoubtedly made a positive impact, and she is sure to continue to make waves in the comedy world for years to come.
