Trump, Tiger Woods, Melania, Pete Hegseth Cold Open
James Austin Johnson’s portrayal of Donald Trump on the latest episode of “SNL” kicked off with a hilarious cold open. The sketch featured Trump making a series of absurd “urgent” phone calls to Tiger Woods, Melania Trump, and Pete Hegseth.
The first call was to Tiger Woods, where Trump asked if he was playing in the Masters tournament. Woods, played by Kenan Thompson, reminded Trump of his past DUI incident. Trump joked about the incident, making light of the situation and suggesting that Woods should have used their friendship to get out of trouble.
Next, Trump called Melania Trump, played by Chloe Fineman, who joked about giving a random speech to deny any connection to Jeffrey Epstein. Trump found her behavior absurd and questioned her sanity, leading to a humorous exchange between the two characters.
Finally, Trump called Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, portrayed by Colin Jost, to discuss the war in Iran. Hegseth humorously exaggerated the destruction in Iran and mentioned starting a draft for millennials. Trump reassured Hegseth about negotiations, mentioning his unconventional approach involving JD Vance.
The sketch was filled with witty banter and satirical commentary on current events, showcasing Johnson’s comedic talents as Trump. The cold open was a perfect blend of humor and political satire, setting the tone for the rest of the episode.
Overall, Johnson’s performance as Trump was a highlight of the episode, with the cold open providing plenty of laughs and clever jokes. Watch the full sketch below for a good laugh.
