Cecily Strong kicked out of 'Saturday Night Live' season 11

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Cecily during its 11th season and was one of the longest-serving female cast members

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The speculation about his departure was gaining momentum before the start of the 48th season

Host Austin Butler then sang "Blue Christmas" during the show

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Strong made his show debut in 2012 and quickly established himself as a part of the show

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Cecily Strong also briefly co-anchored "Weekend Update"

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Cecily Strong graces Studio 8H with Dianne Feinstein, Melania Trump and news anchors

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