Kenan Thompson

High school (ages 12+)
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1. When was Kenan Thompson born?May 10, 1978
2. Where was Kenan Thompson born?Hollywood, Florida, USA
3. What is the SNL debut?Joined Saturday Night Live in 2003, becoming the longest-serving cast member
4. What is the filmography highlights?The Mighty Ducks franchise, Fat Albert, Good Burger, Good Burger 2
5. Who is Kenan Thompson?Kenan Thompson is a funny actor and comedian who has been on TV for many years. He first became famous on Nickelodeon's All That and Kenan & Kel, and now he is a star on Saturday Night Live.
6. Why is Kenan Thompson special on Saturday Night Live?Kenan Thompson is the longest‑tenured member of Saturday Night Live, having joined the show in 2003. He is also the first regular cast member born after the show started in 1975.

Sketch Comedy: A genre of television or stage performance consisting of a series of short, humorous dramatic scenes or skits.
Longest-Tenured Cast Member: The individual who has been a part of a show's cast for the greatest continuous period.
Primetime Emmy Award: A prestigious award recognizing excellence in American television programming, particularly during evening broadcast hours.
Sitcom: A genre of comedy centered on a fixed, plausible set of characters, who are typically involved in humorous, everyday situations.