The longest-tenured cast member in SNL history, Kenan Thompson is the show’s reliable, unflappable cast emeritus. A master of the reaction shot and straight man, he can anchor any sketch with his impeccable timing and infectious laugh. He’s also created a host of beloved recurring characters, from the perpetually optimistic ‘What Up With That?’ host Diondre Cole to the comically inept French comedian Jean K. Jean. Kenan’s value is in his consistency and his ability to make everyone around him funnier. His longevity is his legacy, a testament to his incredible professionalism, versatility, and enduring comedic charm that has bridged multiple eras of the show.