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Jay Pharoah, another cast member who departed in 2016, echoed sentiments of unutilized talent. Pharoah explained how the lack of opportunity for his skills dampened morale among peers. “You go where you're appreciated,” he noted. Following his SNL years, Pharoah starred in "White Famous," lent his voice to "Family Guy," and gained notoriety after a shocking incident involving LAPD mistaken identity.
The story of Luke Null, who spent just one season on SNL, is emblematic of the cutthroat nature of the show. Null's brief tenure left him pondering his capabilities, stating that it was challenging to succeed amid established comedians. He conveyed the intense atmosphere where “no one there is 'having fun.'”