A wild wave of changes at Saturday Night Live caused panic among fans—but Please Don’t Destroy has one simple message: they’re absolutely sticking together.
Despite a surprising “SNL” shake-up—where Ben Marshall has been promoted to featured cast member, John Higgins is exiting as a writer, and Martin Herlihy remains on the writing team—the trio is not calling it quits. Fans feared the worst, but the group came together on stage in Portland to send a clear signal: “PDD forever!” EW.com
The announcement comes amid one of the biggest reboots the show has seen: a torrent of exits, including veterans like Heidi Gardner, Devon Walker, Emil Wakim, and Michael Longfellow. Meanwhile, five fresh faces—from TikTok stars to improv talents—are joining the Season 51 lineup. The Daily BeastVulture
But let’s be crystal clear: Please Don’t Destroy isn’t breaking up. They’re simply evolving. The trio continues their comedy tour, and they’ve even got two feature films in development. On top of that, they recently dropped a YouTube special filled with sketches and tour footage as a nod to their SNL years. VultureWikipedia
John Higgins shared his departure from SNL on Instagram with heartfelt words—expressing gratitude for the experience and quoting Winnie the Pooh: “How lucky I am to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard.” Herlihy and Marshall responded with warmth and support, reinforcing the bond that keeps them connected. CinemablendEntertainmentNow
This isn’t goodbye—it’s a new chapter. Even as their SNL sketches phase out, Please Don’t Destroy remains in sync, proving there’s more to their story than just the late-night stage.