Michael Che Confronts Kanye West Over 2018 SNL MAGA Appearance

A new documentary titled "In Whose Name" reveals a tense backstage confrontation between Kanye West and SNL star Michael Che following West's controversial 2018 appearance on Saturday Night Live. During the episode, West wore a "Make America Great Again" hat, expressed support for Donald Trump, and criticized the show's approach to Black subject matter, specifically calling out Che during a discussion about Bill Cosby jokes. Michael Che confronted West backstage, expressing frustration at being publicly called out without a chance to respond, and accused West of unfairly targeting him. West claimed his criticism was actually directed at Leslie Jones, another comedian, but Che disputed this, emphasizing that he was the one who made the joke about Cosby. Despite West's attempts to smooth things over by expressing affection for Che, the latter emphasized feelings of betrayal and disappointment, highlighting the familial atmosphere at SNL and questioning West's motives. The documentary sheds light on the aftermath of the incident, offering insight into the personal tensions behind West's public outburst and the complexities of race, comedy, and politics on the SNL stage.