Comedian and View cohost Joy Behar explained why conservatives are upset about the return of Tom Hanks’ MAGA-hat-wearing character on Saturday Night Live’s 50th anniversary special. The character, Doug, first appeared in 2016 and was played by Kenan Thompson.
Behar said she understands right-wing Americans who were offended by the recent revival of Doug, which included a segment where Hanks’ character was hesitant to shake hands with contest host Kenan Thompson.
“I don’t think it’s fair,” Behar stated. “I believe many people who identify as MAGA were misled by Trump’s campaign promises. When he didn’t fulfill those promises, it created confusion and resentment.”
Behar also pointed out that the show has a history of taking politicians to task, such as during Tina Fey’s mocking of Sarah Palin in 2008. She believes this influence is what caused some conservatives to be upset about Hanks’ segment.
Additionally, SNL alum Victoria Jackson, who supports Trump, told TMZ that she found the segment “stupid.”
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