Mike Myers took on the role of Elon Musk for the second time on 'Saturday Night Live' in a hilarious spoof that drew parallels between his iconic character Dr. Evil from 'Austin Powers' and Musk's influence on US politics.
Myers Returns as Musk
Following his debut as Musk on the show, Myers returned to portray the billionaire tech investor, who has been making waves with his involvement in Donald Trump's presidency.
The Skit
The episode opened with a spoof of a White House clash between Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Musk, played by Marcello Hernández and James Austin Johnson, respectively.
Tense Exchange
According to The New York Times, Musk and Rubio exchanged heated words over staff cuts, with Musk accusing Rubio of resisting his efforts for reductions.
Behind the Scenes
In the skit, Rubio revealed his plans to retake the Panama Canal while Musk expressed his love for Thailand, inspired by the show 'White Lotus'.
Resolution?
As the tension escalated, Johnson's Trump tried to mediate the conflict, urging Rubio to control his budget and reminding Musk to stay in his lane.
Reflection
Myers's Musk questioned his decision to enter politics, pondering the backlash he faced and the impact on his Tesla stock and net worth.
Closing Remarks
The skit concluded with Johnson summarizing the meeting and jokingly acknowledging Musk's significant political contributions.
As the audience roared with laughter, Myers's portrayal of Musk as a mix of Dr. Evil and a tech mogul left a lasting impression on 'Saturday Night Live' viewers.
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By: ecrosbie@businessinsider.com (Eve Crosbie)
Title: Mike Myers as Elon Musk on ‘Saturday Night Live’: A Recap
Sourced From: www.businessinsider.com/saturday-night-live-mike-myers-channels-dr-evil-elon-musk-2025-3
Published Date: Sun, 09 Mar 2025 16:13:35 +0000
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