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SNL Apologises to Aimee Lou Wood After 'Mean and Unfunny' Impersonation
Actress Aimee Lou Wood, known for her roles in Sex Education and The White Lotus, has revealed that Saturday Night Live (SNL) apologised to her after she criticised a recent sketch on the show.
The skit, which aired this past weekend, featured SNL cast member Sarah Sherman impersonating Wood’s character "Chelsea" from The White Lotus Season 3. The parody was part of a segment titled 'The White POTUS', and it made fun of both political figures and characters from the show. However, many felt that the portrayal of Wood crossed a line.
Aimee Lou Wood Speaks Out
Taking to her Instagram Stories, Wood called the sketch “mean and unfunny,” especially highlighting the use of buck teeth and an inaccurate accent as part of the impression.
“I did find the SNL thing mean and unfunny xo,” she wrote.
“At least get the accent right seriously, I respect accuracy even if it's mean.”
Wood also expressed frustration over the constant attention her appearance—especially her teeth—has received, saying she felt “exhausted” discussing it in public.
She added that while HBO, the platform behind The White Lotus, had always been supportive, she felt let down by NBC’s SNL.
Backlash and Support from Fans
Following her post, the actress received a flood of support. Wood mentioned receiving "thousands of messages" from fans and well-wishers who sympathized with her experience.
The wave of public response seems to have prompted SNL to reach out with an apology. Wood later shared an update confirming,
“I’ve had apologies from SNL,” on her Instagram Story.
What Was the Sketch About?
In the ‘White POTUS’ skit, the SNL team parodied a fictional version of The White Lotus, this time set in Thailand. The sketch made political jabs at the Trump family while also portraying Wood’s character in a way many found exaggerated and insensitive.
What’s Next?
While the apology may close the chapter for now, the situation has sparked broader conversations online about the limits of satire, celebrity impersonations, and respect for mental health and body image in comedy.
