Recently it was announced that Taran Killam and Jay Pharoah will not being returning as cast members for the 42nd season of Saturday Night Live. Both men performed countless funny skits on the show for six years. Pharoah gave us his hilarious spot-on impressions, while Killam's high energy characters kept skits alive. Even though they won't be returning, we can take comfort in knowing these comedians gave us plenty of great moments to look back on. Here are 11 moments Taran Killiam and Jay Pharoah made you laugh way too hard.
1. When Jebidiah Atkinson didn't hold back
The regal speaking Jabidiah was a reoccurring character on Weekend Update known for giving his truthful criticism of plays, movies and speeches.
2. When Principal Frye got our attention
His school assembly and dance announcements had us questioning what kind of school he was responsible for.
3. When Eddie gave us a vocab lesson
The overbearing big brother tries a little too hard to impress his guests and brings plenty of laughs when he continues to give them a hard time.
4. When Obama made debates interesting
Barack Obama is one of Pharoah's best impressions, always giving the President a cool factor that may not be fully present in reality.
5. When Prince Charming showed his true identity
"The Real Housewives of Disney" skit showed us who the real princess is.
6. When Drake met Drake
Even when the host disagrees about his accuracy, Pharoah shows off his impersonation with Drake sitting right next to him.
7. When Trump met his match
Before Darrell Hammond returned as Donald Trump, Killam wore the wig and donned the frown to welcome the presidential nominee when he hosted during season 41.
8. When Ben Carson told us how he felt about the debates
Pharoah brought a light to the personality we didn't know Carson had.
9. When Matthew McConaughey's lingo made perfect sense
Shortly after the actor's oscar win, he visited Weekend Update with his southern drawl.
10. When Magic Mike backup dancers took their job seriously
During Joseph Gordon Levitt's monologue Killam and Pharoah helped with Levitt's own version of the most popular movie of the summer.
11. When loving Beyonce wasn't an option
In "The Beygency" skit, these two showed how serious everyone should take their love for QueenBey.
Taran Killam and Jay Pharoah brought great moments to Saturday Night Live over their six years. With great impression and unforgettable character, it's sad to see them leave the long-running sketch comedy show. I have no doubt we will see these two actors in more hilarious performances down the road. Thanks for all the laughs, guys!
