In a whirlwind of changes in the entertainment industry, Saturday Night Live (SNL) writer Celeste Yim and cast member Devon Walker have announced their departures from the iconic show. Additionally, Netflix has decided to cancel the crime drama series “The Waterfront” after just one season, leaving fans and industry insiders surprised by the sudden developments.
Celeste Yim, who joined SNL in 2020 and was later promoted to writing supervisor in 2023, took to Instagram to share the news of her departure after five seasons with the show. Known for writing popular sketches like L’Eggs and We’re Trying, Yim’s exit marks the end of an era for her and the SNL team. On the other hand, Devon Walker, who joined SNL as a featured player in 2022 and was promoted ahead of the show’s 50th anniversary, has also decided to leave the show after three seasons. Walker’s departure makes him the first cast member to exit ahead of SNL’s 51st season, signaling a significant change in the show’s lineup.
In a separate development, Netflix has decided not to renew “The Waterfront” for a second season, despite the show’s streaming success. Created by Kevin Williamson, the crime drama series centered on the Buckley family, a North Carolina fishing dynasty entangled in illicit activities. The cancellation comes as a surprise to many fans who had enjoyed the show’s first season, which debuted just over two months ago.
The news of Yim and Walker’s departures from SNL, along with the cancellation of “The Waterfront,” has sparked discussions among fans and industry experts about the future direction of both the show and the streaming platform. While some viewers expressed disappointment over the sudden changes, others are curious to see how SNL will adapt to the departures of key team members and how Netflix will fill the gap left by the cancellation of “The Waterfront.”
Overall, the entertainment industry is constantly evolving, with shows like SNL and streaming platforms like Netflix facing challenges and opportunities in an ever-changing landscape. As fans await further updates on the future of SNL and Netflix’s lineup, one thing is certain: change is inevitable, and it often paves the way for new and exciting developments in the world of entertainment.
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– Deadline. ‘SNL’: Devon Walker Exiting After 3 Years. [https://deadline.com/2025/08/devon-walker-exiting-snl-1236497237/]
– Deadline. ‘The Waterfront’ Canceled By Netflix After 1 Season. [https://deadline.com/2025/08/the-waterfront-canceled-netflix-1236495652/]
– Variety. ‘The Waterfront’ Canceled at Netflix After One Season. [https://variety.com/2025/tv/news/the-waterfront-canceled-netflix-ending-after-one-season-1236498334/]
– Screen Rant. Netflix Cancels The Waterfront After One Season. [https://screenrant.com/the-waterfront-netflix-show-cancel/]
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