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SNL cast undergoes change

When Saturday Night Live returns this weekend for its 38th season, there will be some familiar faces missing, but there will also be three new hopefuls in the cast.

When Saturday Night Live returns this weekend for its 38th season, there will be some familiar faces missing, but there will also be three new hopefuls in the cast.

The three new performers, Aidy Bryant, Tim Robinson and Cecily Strong, all hail from Chicago, where they have sketch and improv backgrounds.

The trio will round out a cast that saw two of its biggest stars, Kristen Wiig and Andy Samberg, depart at the end of last season.

Additionally, Abby Elliott, daughter of SNL alum Chris Elliott, left the show over the summer. And longtime performer Jason Sudeikis still hasn't announced if he'll remain for the entire season.

The season premiere will be hosted by Seth MacFarlane, with Frank Ocean as musical guest.