During Saturday Night Live’s 50th anniversary episode, leftist Hollywood actor Tom Hanks crossed the line with a cruel mockery of Trump supporters, sparking outrage across conservative circles. In the skit, Hanks gleefully ridiculed hardworking Americans who support the president, painting them as out-of-touch, foolish, racist idiots. The sketch, which many are calling despicable, adds fuel to the growing animosity from Hollywood elites toward everyday citizens who hold conservative views. For many, Hanks’ participation in this blatant attack is yet another example of the left’s relentless disdain for those who don't share their progressive agenda.
Hanks first portrayed a controversial character named Doug, who wears a red Make America Great Again hat, in a skit called “Black Jeopardy." This character debuted in a 2016 SNL episode that highlighted the similarities between working-class black individuals and rural Trump supporters.
While it’s disgraceful that Tom Hanks made fun of half of America and Trump supporters, he sank to the ultimate low.
— Arch Kennedy (@ArchKennedy) February 17, 2025
Hanks made fun of followers of Christ, and in my belief, it doesn’t get any lower than that. pic.twitter.com/J7I6Lt4cfe
“Can I say something?" Hank’s character asks, adopting a mock southern drawl. "If more people actually went to church, we wouldn't be in the mess we're in today.”
Another character nodded in agreement with Hanks and extended his hand for a shake. Hanks, visibly shocked, pulls back in fear at the idea of touching a Black person.
“Oh, no, I don’t like that,” “Doug” said.
However, Hank’s character finally shook the black man’s hand, saying, “Uh, thank you, my brother. Maybe I’ll start a show for you to come on, and we’ll call it ‘White Jeopardy.’”
The skit received widespread criticism, calling it disgusting and pointing out that Trump’s 2024 election was the least racially divisive win in decades. Others noted that most racism comes from the elite Democrats.
.@tomhanks, let me introduce myself.
— CJ Pearson (@thecjpearson) February 17, 2025
My name is CJ Pearson. I’m 22 years old. I’ve been black all of my life.
MOST IMPORTANTLY, I’m a proud supporter of Donald Trump.
The only racist political party in America is the Democrat Party, the founders of the KKK. MAGA welcomes ALL. pic.twitter.com/YM9ciQQju8
Tom Hanks and SNL think it’s a good idea to insult half of America, do they? Let’s see how that works out for them.
— ConservoDad (@ConservoDad) February 17, 2025
Let them learn the hard way. They're flipping voters for us. Everyday I observe a former Democrat voter flipping to America First. It's great to see.
— The Disrespected Trucker (@DisrespectedThe) February 17, 2025
Tom Hanks and SNL’s pathetic attempt to call Trump supporters racist is just more woke nonsense from weak lefties with TDS. They’re so out of touch, they don’t realize Trump’s popularity is stronger than ever! Keep pushing this garbage, and watch your audience fade away.
— Unknown Ruler (@unknownruler8) February 17, 2025
Tom Hanks' SNL skit is disgraceful. They've learned nothing from Trump's landslide victory.
— Yvette Hebert (@AAliatra0) February 17, 2025