Victoria Jackson Takes a Stand
Critiques Tom Hanks Over Controversial MAGA Skit on ‘SNL’
Published February 18, 2025 1:00 AM PST
Tom Hanks stirred controversy after his recent appearance on ‘SNL’, where he mocked Trump supporters in a skit. This has drawn sharp criticism, including from an outspoken former cast member of the show, Victoria Jackson, who did not hold back in expressing her discontent with his actions.
Victoria Jackson, a dedicated supporter of Trump, voiced her frustrations to TMZ, referencing a post made by political commentator Link Lauren. In this post, Lauren condemned the narrative that equates “MAGA” with racism, labeling it as “downright disgusting.” Victoria resonated with this sentiment, emphasizing that it encapsulates her own outrage toward the portrayal of Trump supporters.
Reflecting on her time as a cast member from ’86 to ’92, Victoria described the entire situation as “stupid.” She expressed her dismay not only at the skit but also at the level of sexual vulgarity that has become prevalent on the show, suggesting that such humor detracts from the original comedic essence of ‘SNL’.
Tom Hanks just came out on SNL in a MAGA hat for a bit where he acted like he didn?t want to shake a black man?s hand.
This show wonders why their ratings are in the gutter. Trump won the popular vote. This tired trope that MAGA is racist is disgusting. SNL is an unfunny show? pic.twitter.com/PlSc7gmiJ0
? Link Lauren (@itslinklauren) February 17, 2025
@itslinklauren
Victoria, who attended the red carpet event for the show, noted that another former cast member next to her found humor in the “crude jokes.” She sarcastically commented that while the show seemed to cater to a variety of comedic tastes, she wondered, “Did anyone make fun of the Kamala supporters?!” highlighting the perceived bias in the show’s content.
In Link Lauren?s post on X, which Victoria wholeheartedly agrees with, he condemned Hanks? portrayal of a Trump supporter who appeared fearful of shaking a Black man?s hand. He argued that such skits are a significant factor contributing to why the show?s ratings have plummeted, suggesting that the audience is tired of the same one-sided humor.
It appears that Tom Hanks may have to prepare for an ongoing backlash, as the conversation surrounding this issue is far from over!
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