Ego Nwodim Leaving 'SNL' Had Some Shadiness in the Background

Yesterday, SNL cast member Ego Nwodim dropped the surprising news that she was leaving the show after seven seasons. The announcement came during a casting “shakeup” that saw several familiar faces hitting the bricks. However, in a new wrinkle, SNL reportedly auditioned three Black women over the summer — and hired none of them. Could Nwodim leaving and this decision be unrelated? It’s entirely possible. Does it not look great that SNL still has a problem hiring Black female comics right as one suddenly exits? Uh, yup. (LateNighter)

Was ABC’s decision to make The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives’ Taylor Frankie Paul the new Bachelorette a genius move or a recipe for disaster? (Lainey Gossip)

It would appear his royal majesty has procured a new fave, you all. (Celebitchy)

How jealous are you of Brazil right now? (Wonkette)

From Dustin: Absolutely bizarre interview where Tucker Carlson and Sam Altman debate, at length, whether Altman had a guy murdered. (Mediaite)

Despite an effort by Justin Baldoni’s team to make it look like Taylor Swift agreed to a deposition on Friday, she did not. Her representation only said she would if legally forced, but that ain’t happening. A judge has finally put a stop to all of this. (Deadline)

An interview with Friendship writer/director Andrew DeYoung? Gimme. (IndieWire)

Gigi Hadid auditioned to be Rapunzel in the live-action Tangled, and I gotta ask, has she even acted in anything? This totally feels like Bradley Cooper pulling an “I can mold you” situation. (THR)

Deus Ex writer says Elon Musk loving the game is its “worst legacy.” (Kotaku)

Jon Cryer really likes comparing Charlie Sheen to Kim Jong-il. (A.V. Club)

Evergreen statement: Oh f*ck off, Bill. (Variety)

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