The Saturday Night Live 50th Anniversary Special sparked significant controversy, particularly over Tom Hanks’ portrayal of a MAGA supporter. During a skit called “Black Jeopardy,” Hanks’ character, Doug, wore a “Make America Great Again” hat and awkwardly interacted with others, leading to his infamous line about starting a “White Jeopardy” show.
The performance drew sharp criticism from Megyn Kelly, who slammed Hanks for portraying Trump supporters as “stupid, rural, worth-nothing racists.” She criticized SNL for its long-standing “anti-conservative” programming.
While some viewers supported Hanks’ portrayal, calling it accurate, others condemned the sketch as divisive. Kelly and other critics, including author Walter Kirn, expressed disappointment, arguing it damaged Hanks’ reputation. Social media remained divided, with both praise and backlash for the actor’s controversial role.
