Elon Musk has extremely controversial reaction to Tom Hanks’ SNL MAGA joke that left Trump supporters outraged
Elon Musk’s response to Tom Hanks’ Saturday Night Live spoof left many people in a state of disbelief.
Elon Musk’s explosive reaction to a controversial sketch by Tom Hanks on Saturday Night Live has left many in complete shock. The iconic show marked its 50th anniversary with the highly anticipated special event, SNL50: The Anniversary Special, which aired on Sunday night, February 16. At the star-studded celebration, the legendary 68-year-old actor, Tom Hanks, was one of the many prominent figures who made a memorable appearance.
The sketch, originally featured in a 2016 episode of Black Jeopardy, resurfaced during SNL50: The Anniversary Special, where Tom Hanks reprised his role as Doug, a Donald Trump supporter. In the scene, Doug refuses to shake hands with Darnell Hayes, played by Kenan Thompson, while sporting a “Make America Great Again” cap. This portrayal didn’t sit well with many Republican viewers, who expressed their outrage on social media.
One user vented on X, writing, “Tom Hanks and Saturday Night Live thought it’d be funny to make a joke out of half the country by putting on a MAGA hat, all while coping with the crushing defeat the Democrats suffered in November. No wonder no one watches SNL or NBC anymore.” Another person vowed, “After watching Tom Hanks mock me and every other Trump supporter, I’ll never watch another one of his movies again.”
A third commenter echoed similar sentiments, stating, “Tom Hanks appeared on SNL looking like a slob, mocking millions of Trump supporters. Enjoy it while you can, libs. There’s no way you’ll win another election.”
Elon Musk, who now oversees the newly created Department for Government Efficiency under Trump, didn’t hold back either. He retweeted an abusive comment by a Republican user targeting Hanks, calling him a derogatory name. Musk’s reaction to the sketch was nothing short of intense.
Musk’s reaction sparked even more controversy when he shared a tweet that criticized the portrayal of Trump supporters, stating, “Not all people who wear #MAGA hats and are patriotic are white.” The post also took aim at the Democratic elite, saying, “In fact, most racism comes from the elite Democrats, you a**hole.”
He doubled down by retweeting the comment and adding two fire emojis to his response, which only fueled the fire. The backlash was swift and intense. One user wrote, “Why would someone post that about Tom Hanks, and then why would anyone repost something like that without any evidence to back it up?”
Another person shot back with, “Prove it, Elon.”
At the same time, others started labeling Musk’s response as “schoolyard level,” suggesting that it was an immature and unproductive exchange. The incident quickly escalated into a heated debate, with many questioning Musk’s involvement in amplifying such divisive rhetoric.
The weekend took another unexpected turn when Tom Hanks and his wife, Rita Wilson, also 68, made a dramatic exit from the event. During a lighthearted moment, Jimmy Fallon joked about the three-hour show, telling the audience, “It would appear there’s been some confusion. It’s nothing more than a concert. Tonight, we won’t be handing out any awards or special recognitions. Just so everyone’s aware.”
As Fallon was speaking, Hanks was spotted holding Wilson’s hand. Without warning, the couple stood up from their seats, making their way toward the backdoor of the studio. Wilson waved her finger at the camera as they exited, leaving the audience in stunned silence. Fallon, trying to salvage the moment, called out, “Tom? Rita?” But the couple had already made their departure, leaving everyone in the studio wondering what had prompted the sudden exit.
As the couple made their exit, Fallon, trying to lighten the situation, added, “Well, we lost Tom Hanks and Rita.” He paused for a moment before continuing, “I’m sorry. They weren’t to blame for it.” The unexpected walkout only added to the already tense atmosphere, leaving the audience and viewers at home speculating about what led to their abrupt departure.
