Actress Aimee Lou Wood has publicly criticized “Saturday Night Live” for a recent sketch that she says unfairly mocked her appearance and persona, calling the portrayal “lazy” and “cruel.”
The “White Lotus” star took to social media to express her disappointment after the late-night show aired a skit featuring a caricature of her that exaggerated her speech and mannerisms. Wood said the segment crossed the line from humor into personal ridicule, particularly pointing out how the impression leaned on stereotypes rather than satire.
She emphasized that while she supports comedy and free expression, performers deserve to be treated with respect, especially when sketches focus more on personal traits than professional work. Fans and fellow actors quickly rallied behind her, with many echoing her sentiment that the sketch felt tone-deaf.
Neither “SNL” nor NBC has issued a response to the backlash. Wood said she hopes the moment sparks a broader conversation about how women in entertainment are portrayed in comedy and urged writers to “aim higher” when crafting material.