Tom Hanks sparked outrage among Donald Trump’s supporters after appearing on Saturday Night Live’s 50th-anniversary special. The beloved actor wore a “Make America Great Again” hat in a sketch that many saw as a dig at Trump’s fanbase.
The segment, a Black Jeopardy parody, had Hanks playing Doug, a character he’s portrayed before. This time, Doug was a MAGA-wearing contestant who hesitated to shake hands with Kenan Thompson’s character, a black game show host. The moment was played for laughs, but many Trump backers felt it painted them in a negative light.
Social media quickly filled with angry reactions. Some called the sketch offensive, accusing SNL of stereotyping conservatives as racist or backward. One critic tweeted that the show’s liberal bias was driving away viewers, while another argued that Hollywood elites consistently misunderstand Trump supporters.
Despite the backlash, SNL has never shied away from political humor. The show has long targeted figures from both parties, but in recent years, its satire has leaned more toward mocking conservatives. For Trump’s fans, Hanks’ appearance was just another example of that trend—one they say only deepens the divide.
