Why did Kate McKinnon leave 'SNL'?

Kate McKinnon began her part on 'SNL' in 2012

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She left the show 10 years after staring in it.

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Kate said the decision wasn't easy

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She said it took her a "very long time"

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she revealed this last week on "Live with Kelly and Ryan."

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She said,"my body was tired, and I felt like it was time."

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She holds the record for longest-running female cast member of the variety sketch show.

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As of now,Kate will not return for season 48

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