The latest episode of “Saturday Night Live U.K.” featured a Weekend Update segment that satirized several high-profile figures, including U.S. President Donald Trump, Harvey Weinstein, and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. The segment also targeted the recent diplomatic meeting between President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Co-anchor Ania Magliano opened the segment by referencing the White House meeting, stating, “This week, President Trump welcomed President Xi to the White House.” The sketch mocked the visual symbolism of the encounter, with Magliano noting, “As a sign of respect, Trump wore a bright red tie as a sign of Communist China.”
Beyond the diplomatic satire, the Weekend Update block extended its commentary to other major news stories of the week. The segment included jokes directed at Harvey Weinstein and Sam Altman, addressing the ongoing public discourse surrounding both individuals.
“Saturday Night Live U.K.” serves as the British adaptation of the long-running American sketch comedy series, maintaining the format of topical humor and celebrity impressions. The Weekend Update segment typically serves as the show’s primary vehicle for political and cultural satire.
<small>Source: Variety — read the original story there.</small>
