Victoria Jackson Slams Tom Hanks Over 'SNL' MAGA Skit: "Stupid and Offensive"

Tom Hanks is facing backlash after a controversial Saturday Night Live skit poking fun at MAGA supporters—and one of the show’s former cast members is not holding back. Victoria Jackson, an SNL alum from 1986 to 1992 and a vocal Trump supporter, has publicly criticized Hanks and the show, calling the skit “stupid” and “offensive.”

The controversy stems from a sketch in which Hanks, playing a Trump supporter, hesitates to shake hands with a Black man, seemingly implying that MAGA voters are racist. The segment quickly went viral, drawing both praise and criticism. Jackson, however, sees it as yet another example of SNL pushing an anti-conservative narrative.

Speaking to TMZ, Jackson pointed to a post by political commentator Link Lauren, who slammed the skit as an example of Hollywood’s unfair portrayal of Trump supporters. Lauren described the “MAGA = racist” trope as “downright disgusting,” a sentiment Jackson says perfectly sums up her own views.

The former cast member didn’t stop there. She also took issue with what she described as “sexual vulgarity” in the episode, claiming that SNL has abandoned its classic humor in favor of crass, politically charged content.

Jackson noted that while some of her fellow former castmates laughed at the crude jokes, she found them distasteful.

One of her biggest complaints? The lack of balance. “Did anyone make fun of the Kamala supporters?!” she quipped, highlighting what she sees as SNL’s one-sided political humor.

Jackson and Lauren’s critiques aren’t just about political bias—they also touch on SNL's declining ratings. Lauren’s post argued that skits like this are part of the reason the show has lost its audience.

While SNL remains a cultural institution, its viewership has indeed struggled in recent years, with many conservatives feeling alienated by its overwhelmingly left-leaning satire.

For Jackson, the issue isn’t just the portrayal of Trump supporters—it’s the broader culture of Hollywood dismissing conservative voices altogether. She believes that mainstream entertainment treats her political

So far, Hanks has not responded to the criticism. The Hollywood icon, known for his generally non-controversial public persona, likely didn’t anticipate such a strong reaction.

While he has spoken out on political issues in the past, he has largely avoided direct involvement in partisan debates.

However, Jackson’s comments suggest that conservatives are growing tired of what they see as Hollywood’s double standards. “SNL used to be for everyone,” she remarked. “Now it’s just propaganda.”

The backlash against SNL's skit is just the latest flashpoint in the ongoing culture war between conservatives and the entertainment industry. With figures like Jackson speaking out, it’s clear that the divide between Hollywood and MAGA supporters isn’t going away anytime soon.

The question remains: will SNL adjust its approach to appeal to a broader audience, or will it continue doubling down on politically charged comedy? For now, Jackson’s criticism has sparked debate—but whether it leads to real change remains to be seen.