History of Kenan Thompson in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 3, 2026

Kenan Thompson is a prominent American actor and comedian best known for his long-standing tenure on NBC's Saturday Night Live (SNL). Since joining the cast in 2003, he has become the show's longest-tenured cast member, marking a significant milestone in his career. Notably, he was also the first regular cast member born after SNL's debut in 1975. Beyond his work on SNL, Thompson also headlined his own NBC sitcom, Kenan, which aired from 2021 to 2022, further showcasing his talent and versatility as a comedic performer.

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May 10, 1978: Kenan Thompson Born

On May 10, 1978, Kenan Thompson was born. He is an American actor and comedian.

March 5, 2022: Thompson Performs in 1,500th Sketch on SNL

On March 5, 2022, Kenan Thompson performed in his 1,500th sketch on Saturday Night Live, during the episode hosted by Oscar Isaac.

April 7, 2022: Separation Announcement

On April 7, 2022, it was announced that Kenan Thompson and Christina Evangeline had been separated for over a year and were co-parenting their daughters.

June 15, 2022: Thompson Officially Files for Divorce

On June 15, 2022, it was announced that Kenan Thompson was officially filing for divorce from his wife, Christina Evangeline.

June 2022: Thompson Hosted the NHL Awards

In June 2022, Kenan Thompson hosted the NHL Awards.

August 11, 2022: Kenan Thompson Receives Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

On August 11, 2022, in commemoration of his 20th anniversary on Saturday Night Live, Kenan Thompson received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. It was placed next to Lorne Michaels's star.

September 12, 2022: Kenan Thompson Hosted the 74th Primetime Emmy Awards

On September 12, 2022, Kenan Thompson hosted the 74th Primetime Emmy Awards.

December 2023: Thompson Releases Memoir

In December 2023, Kenan Thompson released his memoir titled "When I Was Your Age".

August 21, 2024: Thompson Appears at Democratic National Convention

On August 21, 2024, Kenan Thompson appeared at the Democratic National Convention tying Project 2025 to the presidential candidacy of Donald Trump.

2024: Thompson Diagnosed with GERD

In early 2024, Kenan Thompson was diagnosed with GERD.

February 10, 2025: Thompson Announces SNL's 50th Anniversary on the New York City Subway

From February 10, 2025, to February 16, 2025, Kenan Thompson made several announcements on the New York City Subway to promote SNL's 50th Anniversary.

February 16, 2025: Thompson Announces SNL's 50th Anniversary on the New York City Subway

From February 10, 2025, to February 16, 2025, Kenan Thompson made several announcements on the New York City Subway to promote SNL's 50th Anniversary.