Longest-Running ‘SNL’ Cast Member Gives Major Career Update Ahead of Season 51
Kenan Thompson is known for his comedy chops as an actor and comedian, but he’s about to add “children’s book author” to his resume. The beloved TV star shared exciting career news three months before the 51st season of Saturday Night Live is expected to debut. Thompson, who is the longest-running cast member in history on the NBC sketch comedy series, announced that his debut children’s book is available for pre-order at a sale price.
Posting to Instagram on July 8, Thompson, 47, urged fans to preorder his upcoming book, Unfunny Bunny, at a 25 percent discount on the Barnes & Noble website.
“So what are you waiting for??????? Smash the link in my bio, join their free rewards program, and use code PREORDER25 at checkout,” Thompson added of the sale price fans can get if they order now. “Can’t wait to share more UNFUNNY BUNNY news soon!!”
Thompson previously shared the news of his first children’s book in June, announcing on Instagram that his book, co-written with veteran Saturday Night Live writer Bryan Tucker, was “officially complete.”
A synopsis teased that the story is about a bunny who longs to be the class comedian at school: “Unfunny Bunny is about unexpected friendship and pursuing your dreams,” Thompson shared.
Thompson previously penned his memoir, When I Was Your Age: Life Lessons, Funny Stories & Questionable Parenting Advice from a Professional Clown,” in 2023.
His new book comes amid rumors of massive changes at SNL, where he has been a cast member since 2003.
After wrapping the show’s milestone Season 50 in May, Thompson fueled exit rumors by telling Page Six the finale felt “bittersweet.” “It feels like there’s maybe, possibly, a lot of change next year,” the comic teased. “You want everyone to stay forever, knowing that people may be making decisions this summer…it’s always like you want your kids to stay young.”
Unfunny Bunny will be released on January 13, 2026.
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