Aimee Lou Wood Critiques SNL Parody as 'Mean and Unfunny'

Aimee Lou Wood, star of 'The White Lotus,' criticized a recent 'Saturday Night Live' sketch that parodied her character, Chelsea, calling it 'mean and unfunny.' The skit, titled 'The White POTUS,' featured Sarah Sherman impersonating Wood with exaggerated fake teeth while making jokes about fluoride. Wood expressed disappointment on Instagram, stating that while she appreciates humor, the portrayal lacked nuance and cleverness, making her feel 'punched down on.' Despite receiving apologies from the show, she clarified that her concerns were not directed at Sherman but at the concept of the skit. Wood also reflected on the broader conversation around her appearance, feeling it detracted from discussions about her work. She emphasized the need for more thoughtful and respectful humor in comedy.