Ashley Padilla

Ashley Padilla became a repertory cast member in the 52nd season, and she earned it. In her second season on SNL, after Heidi Gardner and Ego Nwodim left the show, Padilla emerged confidently into the role as go-to for several leading roles in sketches. She’s proving that she possesses the skills to become a major star on the show as it transitions into a new cast era in the mid-2020s.