Elon Musk issues 5-word response to Mike Myers’ ‘brutal’ impression of him on SNL during Trump Zelenskyy skit
It would appear that Mike Myers has created a formidable adversary, as the American comedian has irritated Elon Musk as a result of giving him the notion that he is the richest man in the world.
Recently, Washington has been resembling a circus, with the latest spectacle being a high-stakes meeting between President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The gathering quickly turned tense, culminating in a fiery exchange of words. Things escalated during Zelenskyy’s visit to the White House, especially when Vice President JD Vance pushed the Ukrainian leader to thank President Trump for the support he had provided. The moment left many on edge, highlighting the growing friction in U.S.-Ukraine relations.
The event quickly descended into chaos, with disagreements erupting over Zelenskyy’s attire and rumors circulating that he had insulted Vice President Vance by calling him a “b*tch.” The situation spiraled out of control, creating an atmosphere of utter mayhem.
Adding to the madness, comedian Mike Myers spoofed the incident on Saturday Night Live, poking fun at the tense exchange. Though Elon Musk wasn’t actually there, he found himself dragged into the drama after making a joke about attending the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC). Musk humorously showed up with a chainsaw, referencing a bizarre moment where Argentinian President Javier Milei presented him with a gilded chainsaw, all while James Austin Johnson delivered a hilarious Trump impersonation. The whole affair turned into a whirlwind of absurdity and unexpected connections.
“We’re not going to get it perfect, you know,” Myers-Musk quipped, mocking Musk’s role as the head of the newly established Department of Government Efficiency. He humorously referred to the widespread government layoffs and the unsettling rise in plane crashes. “But, hey, we’re getting rid of non-essential staff, like air traffic controllers,” he continued, adding with a grin, “It’s inevitable some planes might land upside down, but when that happens, at least your luggage will land right in your lap, and you’re good to go.” The absurdity of the scenario had the audience in stitches, blending dark humor with a critique of the chaos unfolding in Washington.
In the skit, Bowen Yang took on the role of Vice President JD Vance, delivering his lines with comedic sharpness. “You haven’t said thank you for the past 15 seconds since I’ve been yelling at you,” he said to Mikey Day’s portrayal of Zelenskyy. The frigid exchange mirrored the real-life tension between Trump and Zelenskyy, where Trump told the Ukrainian president, “You’re not in a good situation. You are not in possession of the cards at this moment with us.”
Zelenskyy, as portrayed by Day, retorted, “I’m not playing cards right now, Mr. President. I’m very serious. In times of conflict, I am the President.” This line was followed by Trump’s character in a playful response: “I have ‘skip.’ I’m in possession of ‘draw four.’ And guess what, I also have ‘reverse.’ One of my ‘get out of jail free’ cards was granted to me by the Supreme Court.”
The skit continued with a visual callback to Musk’s first cabinet press conference appearance, where he wore a t-shirt reading “Tech Support.” Trump, humorously adding to the chaos, quipped, “I’ll fire anyone who doesn’t think Musk is doing a good job!” The absurdity of the situation echoed a similar debacle in the White House, reflecting the strained dynamics within the administration.
Musk, however, has long been vocal about his dissatisfaction with portrayals of him, including Dana Carvey’s past impersonations on Saturday Night Live. Musk expressed his frustration in a November 2024 X post, stating, “Dana Carvey just sounds like Dana Carvey.” It seems Musk is equally unimpressed with Myers’ interpretation, having stated, “Humor fails when it lies,” suggesting that the satire struck a nerve.
The skit’s portrayal of Musk left some viewers unimpressed, with one person remarking, “I wouldn’t call this ‘funny,’ but Myers’ impression of Musk is really brutal.” Another viewer echoed the sentiment, adding, “Yeah! Saturday Night Live has really been lacking in talent these past few years. More accurately, it’s SNUZ. Probably a consequence of DEI.”
The entire spectacle didn’t escape criticism, with one person declaring, “This is exactly what happened in the White House. Not only is this not funny, but it’s also a sad reflection of the people leading the United States of America.” The backlash highlights the divisive impact of the skit, with some questioning the state of political humor in today’s landscape.
