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Sacha Baron Cohen Revives Borat and Ali G to Satirize Trump and Harris on 'The Tonight Show'

The comedian's return to his iconic characters drew mixed reactions ahead of the 2024 U.S. presidential election.

  • Sacha Baron Cohen appeared on 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon' to promote his new series 'Disclaimer' and brought back his characters Borat and Ali G.
  • The comedian used his satirical personas to mock both Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, making provocative jokes about each candidate.
  • While some fans enjoyed the humor, others found the jokes about Kamala Harris distasteful, potentially alienating some of her supporters.
  • Baron Cohen had previously stated he wouldn't reprise Borat due to safety concerns, having worn a bulletproof vest during past performances.
  • Despite the controversy, the actor's appearance was part of a larger promotional effort for his new Apple TV+ series directed by Alfonso Cuarón.
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