Heidi Gardner’s Moving on to Big Things After ‘Saturday Night Live,’ Producers Say

Heidi Gardner’s “Saturday Night Live” run is over … but producers say don’t sweat it … her stardom’s just taking off, and she’s about to blow up everywhere!

Sources tell this publication … ‘SNL’ is all about launching new talent, and producers say Heidi’s set for a big career — especially with her role on Apple TV’s “Shrinking” and a stack of commercials under her belt.

We’re told producers see Heidi’s career blasting off … she’s moving on to bigger, better things, while ‘SNL’ makes room for fresh new faces.

Bottom line, there’s no bad blood, no contract drama. ‘SNL’ just shakes up the cast regularly … and after 8 years, Heidi’s leaving with everyone still saying she’s crazy talented.

Other ‘SNL’ staples Michael Longfellow, Devon Walker, and Emil Wakim have already addressed their exits, but Heidi hasn’t said a word … guess she’s too booked and busy to care!