Elon Musk’s response to Tom Hanks’ controversial SNL skit has sparked widespread debate and intense reactions online. The episode, which was part of the SNL50: The Anniversary Special on February 16, featured the 68-year-old actor delivering a satirical performance that many found provocative, particularly among Republican viewers.

The sketch in question originated from a 2016 episode of Black Jeopardy, where Tom Hanks portrayed a character named Doug—a fervent Trump supporter wearing a MAGA baseball cap. In that segment, Doug refuses to shake hands with Darnell Hayes, a role played by Kenan Thompson, embodying a stereotype that resonated with some viewers while offending others. The performance quickly divided opinion, with many Republicans taking to the social media platform X to criticize Hanks for what they saw as an insensitive portrayal.

One user on X commented, “Tom Hanks and SNL thought it would be hilarious for him to put on a MAGA hat and act out a stereotype of half the country in a desperate attempt to cope with Democrats crushing defeat in November. Not surprising no one watches SNL or NBC anymore.” Another user expressed, “After watching Tom Hanks do a sad mockery of me & every other Trump supporter on SNL’s 50th anniversary show I know I’ll never watch another of his performances or movies.” Yet another remarked, “Tom Hanks went on SNL dressed like a slob mocking millions of Trump supporters…. Keep it up libs. You’ll never win another election again.”