Will Forte Leaving Saturday Night Live
Will Forte
We've seen the last of MacGruber.
Longtime Saturday Night Live cast member Will Forte will not return for the show's upcoming 36th season, his rep tells TVGuide.com.
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"After eight great seasons, Will has made the decision to move on from SNL to pursue new opportunities," Forte's rep said in a statement. "He is eternally grateful to Lorne [Michaels] and all of the incredible people he worked with over the years.
Forte, who joined the sketch comedy show in 2002, is best known for his portrayal of offbeat characters, including political candidate Tim Calhoun, opposite tribute band frontman Jon Bovi, ESPN Classic commentator Greg Stink, businessman-turned-hermit The Falconer and, of course, amateur adventurer MacGruber.
SNL returns Sept. 25 at 11:30/10:30c.
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