Punkie Johnson announces departure from SNL: Watch 5 of her greatest skits

"SNL was a dream that I didn't even know I could achieve," Johnson continued. "I was a part of one of the most elite institutions in comedy and I am so grateful for it. That's still my people. I love them. I'm gonna be at the afterparties acting a plum fool. But you know, my time there has come to an end."

Fans were disappointed to hear she wouldn't return, often lamenting that she was underutilized on the show. According to LateNighter, she had less than 45 minutes of screen time per season in each of the two seasons during which she was a regular cast member. (Johnson had appeared on the show for two years prior to that, as well.)

Despite the relatively low screen time she was given, Johnson definitely had an impact, leaving fans rooting for the career path she'll continue to blaze post-SNL. But in the meantime, let's take a look at five of our favorite moments she had during her time on the show.

"Big Boys"

"Family Holiday Rules"

"Couples Counselor"

"The Guy Who Attacked the Judge"

"Intuition"