Cecily Strong may not be delivering tonight's top stories. She is, however, still looking forward to delivering some serious laughs.
Shortly after NBC announced "Daily Show" correspondent Michael Che will be replacing the comedian during "Saturday Night Live's" popular "Weekend Update" segment, Strong is speaking out about her new role.
"I don't see this as me leaving update, just as me being on update in a looser, goofier way that is a lot more fun for me and in a way I think I'm better at," she explained on Instagram. "And now I get to do features with the very funny and wonderful Michael Che!"
Is it too early to request more sketches of "The Girl You Wish You Hadn't Started a Conversation With at a Party" please?!
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She added, "No point in being angry or sad for me for something I'm genuinely happy about!"
"Saturday Night Live" returns on Sept. 27 with Chris Pratt serving as host and Ariana Grande tapped to be the musical guest. Sarah Silverman and Maroon 5 will be featured the week after.
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Despite plenty of changes to the late-night series including the departures of Brooks Wheelan, Noel Wells, John Milhiser, and Nasim Pedrad, Strong assures fans that there really is no reason to be bummed.
"I danced too hard last night so now I am wearing a hot pad on my neck," she wrote on Instagram. "Be angry and sad for me about my dumbass neck."
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