Victoria Jackson
Former ‘SNL’ Star Victoria Jackson Criticizes Tom Hanks’ Controversial MAGA Sketch
Published February 18, 2025 1:00 AM PST
Tom Hanks is currently facing backlash after making jokes about Trump supporters during his recent appearance on ‘SNL.’ This weekend’s skit has stirred up controversy, prompting criticism from a former cast member of the show. Victoria Jackson, who is known for her outspoken political views, is among those voicing their discontent regarding Hanks’ portrayal of MAGA supporters, which she believes perpetuates negative stereotypes.
Victoria Jackson has publicly expressed her frustration through TMZ, highlighting a post by political commentator Link Lauren. In this post, Lauren criticizes the common narrative that equates MAGA supporters with racism, calling it “downright disgusting.” Jackson aligns herself with this viewpoint, stating that it encapsulates her own feelings on the matter, emphasizing the need for respectful discourse rather than derogatory stereotypes.
Victoria Jackson, a former cast member of ‘SNL’ from 1986 to 1992, has labeled the entire situation as “stupid.” She also voiced her discomfort regarding the increasing levels of sexual vulgarity in the show’s content, which she finds offensive and inappropriate. Jackson’s criticism underscores her belief that comedy should not cross certain boundaries and should be inclusive rather than divisive.
Tom Hanks just came out on SNL in a MAGA hat for a bit where he acted like he didn’t want to shake a black man’s hand.
This show wonders why their ratings are in the gutter. Trump won the popular vote. This tired trope that MAGA is racist is disgusting. SNL is an unfunny show… pic.twitter.com/PlSc7gmiJ0
— Link Lauren (@itslinklauren) February 17, 2025
@itslinklauren
During her appearance on the red carpet at a recent event, Victoria noted that another former cast member laughed at the “crude jokes” presented in the show. In a sarcastic tone, she remarked that the show seemed to cater to everyone — except for those who support Kamala Harris, raising a pointed question about the show’s fairness and balance regarding political satire.
In a recent post on X, Link Lauren articulated his thoughts, which Victoria believes encapsulated her feelings perfectly. He criticized Hanks’ portrayal of a Trump supporter who hesitated to shake a Black man’s hand, labeling it as one of the reasons for the show’s declining ratings. This sentiment reflects a broader concern about how political satire can affect public perception.
It appears that Tom Hanks should prepare for ongoing criticism, as the backlash surrounding his recent ‘SNL’ performance is far from over. As the conversation continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how this will impact both his career and the show’s future direction.









