Please Don’t Destroy: The Comedy Trio That’s Here to Stay Despite SNL Shakeups

Hello there, I’m Jordan Collins, and I’ll be your guide through the latest updates on “Saturday Night Live” and the comedy trio Please Don’t Destroy. I *guess* I can simplify this for you, but try to keep up. The comedy world has been abuzz with the recent shakeups at “Saturday Night Live” (SNL), but one thing’s for sure: Please Don’t Destroy is here to stay.

Please Don’t Destroy, the comedy trio consisting of John Higgins, Ben Marshall, and Martin Herlihy, has been making waves with their digital shorts on SNL since 2022. Despite the recent axings on the show, the group has confirmed that they won’t be breaking up anytime soon. In fact, during a performance at the Aladdin Theater in Portland, Oregon, Higgins announced, “It’s PDD forever, baby.” Marshall added, “What he said.” This declaration comes as a relief to fans who have grown to love the trio’s unique brand of humor.

The shakeups at SNL have been significant, with several cast members leaving, including Michael Longfellow, Emil Wakim, and Devon Walker. However, in a surprising move, Marshall was announced as a new cast member, while Higgins will be leaving the show. This news was met with a mix of reactions from fans and former cast members, with some expressing shock and disappointment at the departures.

One of the most notable exits was Heidi Gardner, who had been the longest-tenured current female cast member before her departure. According to Dana Carvey, who returned to SNL last season to play Joe Biden, Gardner’s exit was not her decision. Carvey shared this information on his “Fly on the Wall” podcast, stating, “From what I know as of this recording, that it was not her idea to leave.” David Spade, Carvey’s co-host and SNL alum, found it “a little shocking” that SNL would let Gardner go, praising her versatility as a performer.

In addition to Marshall, SNL announced that five new cast members will be joining the show, including comedians Tommy Brennan, Jeremy Culhane, Kam Patterson, and Veronika Slowikowska. With these new additions, fans can expect a fresh and exciting season of SNL. The show’s premiere date for Season 51 is set for October 4 on NBC.

As the comedy world continues to evolve, one thing’s clear: Please Don’t Destroy is here to stay. With their unique blend of humor and chemistry, it’s no wonder they’ve become a fan favorite. So, what’s next for this talented trio? Only time will tell, but one thing’s for sure: they’ll continue to make us laugh for years to come.

Hopefully that wasn’t *too* complicated, and you’re now up to speed on the latest SNL news.

Sources: Celebrity Storm and New York Post
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