'SNL' writer Leslie Jones


Actress, writer and comedian Leslie Jones has joined the cast of Saturday Night Live, NBC announced.
Jones was hired as a writer for the sketch comedy series early this year and has made a few appearances on the show. She will be a featured player as of this Saturday's episode.
Her film credits include Lottery Ticket, A Guy Thing and National Security.
Welcome to the cast, @Lesdoggg!! http://t.co/r6XVUu78bg #SNL
— Saturday Night Live (@nbcsnl) October 20, 2014
Congrats Leslie! #SNL RT @Lesdoggg It's official I'm a cast member!!! Get ready! Get ready!! @nbcsnl
— Saturday Night Live (@nbcsnl) October 20, 2014