SNL star Bowen Yang explains his tearful season 50 finale moment and hints at his future with the legendary sketch show.
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The Tears Behind Bowen Yang’s SNL Finale Moment
That tearful hug between Bowen Yang and Sarah Sherman during SNL’s season 50 finale? Yeah, it got everyone talking.
Yang finally spills the tea about what really went down that night and why those emotions hit so hard.
The Emotional Goodbye
“I think you get to a point at SNL where you understand you’re on the downswing,” Yang shared while chatting with reporters.
The comedian couldn’t help but feel the weight of the moment during those final minutes of the show.
Every season finale hits different, but this one? This one knocked him sideways.
What Actually Happened
During Scarlett Johansson’s epic hosting gig, cameras caught Yang and Sherman locked in a teary embrace that set social media buzzing.
Was this goodbye for real? The six-season veteran admits something just “leaves my body” during every finale—pure relief mixed with nostalgia after months of crazy late nights and wild sketches.
Playing Coy About His Future
When asked point-blank if he’s leaving the legendary sketch show, Yang just laughed it off.
“No, we’re not doing that,” he teased while standing next to his podcast buddy Matt Rogers.
Classic Yang move—leaving us hanging while keeping us completely entertained.
Mystery Behind The Scenes
Remember that weird moment during Quinta Brunson’s episode? Yang cleared up another backstage puzzle that had fans scratching their heads.
That intense huddle with Sherman, Fineman and Day wasn’t drama—just them trying to figure out where Sabrina Carpenter disappeared to after the monologue.
Yang’s SNL Legacy
Before stealing our hearts on screen, Yang started as a writer back in 2018.
His promotion to cast member made history as SNL’s first Chinese American performer.
Between his JD Vance impressions and that unforgettable Titanic iceberg character, he’s carved out a totally unique space in the show’s 50-year history.
What’s Next For The Comedy Star
With four Emmy nominations already under his belt, Yang isn’t slowing down anytime soon.
Catch him next in the upcoming “Wicked: For Good” hitting theaters later this year.
Whether he returns to Studio 8H or not, his SNL journey has already made an incredible mark.