Kristen Wiig Reveals Why She Left SNL After 7 Years

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In an interview published in Marie Claire‘s August 2012 issue, Kristen Wiig finally revealed why she left “Saturday Night Live” after seven seasons. She debuted on SNL shortly into season 31, on November 12, 2005.

“I know a lot of people probably assume, ‘Oh, she’s leaving because she is going to be doing movies now and things like that,’ which I will be. But I just always knew it was going to be seven and that was it. I think maybe if I were 22, I could see myself staying a little bit, but it just felt like the right time.”

It ended up being an emotional departure for her. “I just wanted to get through it without breaking down in every sketch,” she says of her final show. “Because nothing says comedy like breaking down.”

Kristen Wiig shows sideboob in a Tom Ford suit on the cover of Marie Claire‘s August 2012 issueKristen Wiig shows sideboob in a Tom Ford suit on the cover of Marie Claire‘s August 2012 issue

Someone must have switched Kate Mara and Kristen Wiig’s suitcases while they were preparing for the European premiere of “The Martian!”

Kate, who looked rather plain in her Christian Dior dress, would have probably looked much better in the latter’s Valentino mini dress.

Both women graced the red carpet of the premiere held at Odeon Leicester Square in London.

Kristen Wiig attends the European premiere of "The Martian"Kristen Wiig attends the European premiere of “The Martian” held at Odeon Leicester Square in London, England, on September 24, 2015

While critics say that Kristen appeared too twee in her whimsical mini frock, we thought she looked amazing!

Kate Mara, Kristen Wiig, Matt Damon and Jessica Chastain attend the European premiere of "The Martian"Kate Mara, Kristen Wiig, Matt Damon, and Jessica Chastain attend the European premiere of “The Martian”

Her Valentino Resort 2016 dress was fashioned from sheer mesh fabric. It featured intricate bird-and-floral beadings and embroidery, and a very short hemline that flaunted her legs.

Kristen Wiig wears her hair in an updo at the European premiere of "The Martian"Kristen Wiig wears her hair in an updo at the European premiere of “The Martian”

The 42-year-old actress wore her hair in a chic braided updo and sported smoky eyes and nude lips that offered a sultry touch to her feminine and demure look.

Kristen Wiig flaunts her legs in an embroidered Valentino dressKristen Wiig flaunts her legs in an embroidered Valentino dress

The “Bridesmaids” star further elongated her pins with sparkling nude Christian Louboutin pumps, which appeared to be too big on her feet.

Kristen Wiig smiles and poses on the red carpet in a Valentino and Christian Louboutin combinationKristen Wiig smiles and poses on the red carpet in a Valentino and Christian Louboutin combination

Her “Follies Strass” pumps are made of nude mesh with gunmetal patent leather heel counters and beige leather piping.

Kristen Wiig shows off her feet in a pair of "Follies Strass" pumpsKristen Wiig shows off her feet in a pair of “Follies Strass” pumps

They feature glittering Strass crystals, pointed toes, and about 4-inch covered stiletto heels.

Kristen Wiig reveals toe cleavage in Christian Louboutin pumpsKristen Wiig reveals toe cleavage in Christian Louboutin pumps

Christian Louboutin’s “Follies Strass” pumps are available in beige mesh/black patent version at Nordstrom.

Christian Louboutin Crystal-Embellished Follies Strass Pumps, $1,195

Christian Louboutin Crystal-Embellished Follies Strass Pumps

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