Elon Musk Responds to SNL's Mockery

Elon Musk has decided to speak out against Saturday Night Live (SNL) after facing mockery during the show's latest sketch. The November 9 episode aired just days after Donald Trump's surprising victory in the U.S. presidential election, leaving many Hollywood stars in shock.

A Controversial Episode

In this controversial episode hosted by Bill Burr, SNL took aim at both Trump and Musk. The cold open featured a series of comedic jabs as cast members sarcastically displayed their 'support' for the president-elect in a bid to avoid ending up on his infamous “enemies list.”

The Caricature of Musk

As the sketch progressed, a caricature of Elon Musk, played by former cast member Dana Carvey, made a humorous appearance. During one standout moment, Kenan Thompson quipped, 'If our planet falls apart, we can all go to Mars with the other man that we love and trust: Elon Musk,' while Carvey impersonated Musk’s energetic demeanor from one of Trump’s rallies, wearing a dark MAGA hat and jumping around the stage. The imitation veered into absurdity when Carvey’s Musk proclaimed in a distorted voice, 'But seriously, I run the country now.'

Musk's Reaction

Musk, who previously hosted SNL himself in 2021, did not take the parody lightly. Directly after the episode aired, he took to X/Twitter— the platform he owns— to express his displeasure, writing: 'They are so mad that @realDonaldTrump won.' He further critiqued Carvey's impersonation, stating, 'Dana Carvey just sounds like Dana Carvey.'

The Cultural Divide

This episode comes amid a stark cultural divide in Hollywood regarding the election. Notably, several celebrities threw their support behind Kamala Harris during the election campaign, including big names like Harrison Ford, Jennifer Aniston, and Arnold Schwarzenegger. On the flip side, Trump’s fan base featured high-profile figures such as Musk, Kelsey Grammer, Hulk Hogan, and even celebrity podcaster Joe Rogan, who backed Trump just hours before the polls closed.

Looking Ahead

Musk, known for his unwavering support of Trump, expressed optimism for the future post-election. It’s worth noting that when he hosted SNL in 2021, Musk made headlines by claiming he was the first person with Asperger’s syndrome to host the show and playfully addressed the complex name of his son, X Æ A-Xii, whom he shares with singer Grimes.

Conclusion

With tensions mounting and the political landscape ever-changing, Musk and SNL continue to be at the center of public discourse, leaving viewers eager to see how this saga unfolds. What does Musk's backlash mean for the future of political satire on mainstream television? Stay tuned.