Andy Samberg Discusses Leaving SNL

Andy Samberg left 'Saturday Night Live' in 2012 due to the physically and emotionally grueling work schedule, which left him feeling like he hadn't slept in seven years. The departure of his Lonely Island collaborators, Akiva Schaffer and Jorma Taccone, in 2010 intensified the pressure on Samberg as he was left to create digital shorts alone. Despite the creative satisfaction and the instant gratification of seeing his ideas on television, the toll on his health made it unsustainable. Samberg sought advice from colleagues like Amy Poehler before making the difficult decision to leave. He has since found success in other projects, including 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine'.