Megyn Kelly BLASTS Tom Hanks Over ‘Black Jeopardy’ Skit—Calls Him a ‘Dirty Hypocrite’ and Says He ‘Doesn’t Belong in This Country!’

Megyn Kelly has unleashed a scathing attack on Hollywood legend Tom Hanks, slamming him over his past appearance on Saturday Night Live’s controversial Black Jeopardy skit. In an explosive rant, Kelly did not hold back, calling Hanks a "dirty hypocrite" and even going so far as to say that he "doesn’t belong in this country."

The heated criticism has sent shockwaves through both Hollywood and the media, with fans and critics alike debating whether Kelly’s remarks went too far. Meanwhile, Hanks has now responded to the backlash, addressing the growing controversy surrounding his participation in the skit.

Kelly, a former Fox News anchor known for her blunt and often divisive opinions, took direct aim at Hanks during a fiery segment of her podcast. She accused the Forrest Gump actor of pushing a hypocritical narrative—embracing progressive Hollywood ideals while engaging in what she called “performative racial pandering.”

“What gives Tom Hanks the right to lecture Americans about race and equality when he’s out here playing into stereotypes on SNL?” Kelly fumed. “He’s just another Hollywood elitist who loves to preach but won’t hold himself to the same standard. You dirty hypocrite—you don’t belong in this country!”

Her remarks were met with mixed reactions, with some conservatives backing her up while others felt she had crossed the line.

The SNL skit in question, Black Jeopardy, originally aired in 2016 and featured Hanks portraying a Trump-supporting, blue-collar American named Doug who surprisingly finds common ground with the Black contestants on the show. The skit was widely praised at the time for its clever humor and nuanced take on racial and cultural divides in America.

However, in recent years, some critics have re-examined the skit and questioned whether it relied too heavily on racial stereotypes. Kelly has now taken those criticisms a step further, arguing that Hanks has no right to position himself as an advocate for racial justice while participating in such content.

With the backlash growing, Tom Hanks has finally responded to the controversy, addressing both the skit and Kelly’s accusations. In a brief but firm statement, Hanks defended his role in Black Jeopardy, arguing that the skit was meant to highlight the unexpected similarities between different communities in America.

“The entire point of that sketch was to show that people who seem different on the surface actually have a lot in common,” Hanks said. “Comedy is meant to bring us together, not divide us.”

Hanks stopped short of directly addressing Kelly’s personal attack, refusing to engage in the escalating war of words. However, sources close to the actor say he is privately furious over Kelly’s claim that he “doesn’t belong in this country,” considering his long history of philanthropy and outspoken support for American values.

As expected, Kelly’s remarks have caused a major stir in Hollywood. While conservative voices have praised her for “calling out Hollywood’s hypocrisy,” many celebrities and public figures have come to Hanks’ defense.

“This is absurd,” one actor tweeted. “Tom Hanks is one of the most beloved, respectful, and genuine people in the industry. Megyn Kelly is just looking for attention.”

Another media personality added, “If Megyn Kelly is mad at Tom Hanks, then we know Tom Hanks is doing something right.”

Meanwhile, SNL cast members who were involved in the original skit have also weighed in, expressing disappointment that a skit meant to bridge divides is now being used as political ammunition.

While Hanks has chosen not to escalate the feud, Kelly shows no signs of backing down. She has already hinted at discussing the controversy further in future episodes of her podcast, suggesting she intends to keep the heat on Hollywood elites like Hanks.

As the debate over Black Jeopardy and Hollywood hypocrisy rages on, one thing is clear: Megyn Kelly vs. Tom Hanks is shaping up to be one of the most unexpected celebrity clashes of the year.