Aimee Lou Wood Criticizes SNL Sketch, Prompting Apology from Show

The 'White Lotus' star called the parody 'mean and unfunny,' sparking a broader conversation about the boundaries of satire and respectful celebrity portrayal.

Aimee Lou Wood publicly condemned Saturday Night Live's 'White Potus' sketch, which mocked her appearance with exaggerated prosthetics and a caricatured British accent.
The actress described the sketch as 'mean and unfunny' in an Instagram post, later sharing supportive messages from fans who agreed with her criticism.
SNL issued a formal apology for the sketch following Wood’s remarks and the growing online discussion surrounding the incident.
Wood contrasted SNL’s approach with the supportive treatment she has received from HBO, emphasizing the importance of respectful industry relationships.
The controversy has reignited debates about the ethical boundaries of satire, especially when it targets personal attributes of public figures.