Aimee Lou Wood Critiques SNL's 'Misogynistic' Sketch

In a social media response, Wood expresses her disappointment with the sketch, highlighting the need for smarter humor and the ongoing issues of body image representation.

The rising star of 'The White Lotus', Aimee Lou Wood, shared her discontent regarding a recent parody on Saturday Night Live, which she described as "mean and unfunny." The actress voiced her frustration after being impersonated with exaggerated prosthetic teeth, suggesting that the sketch reflected a misogynistic undertone.

In a series of Instagram posts, Wood critiqued the show's approach, noting that while she is open to being humorously portrayed, the joke should stem from cleverness and not degrade women. She referenced her recent media attention surrounding her notable gap teeth and indicated that the SNL sketch not only poked fun at her appearance but also failed to do so with respect or nuance.

The SNL segment featured a fictional portrayal of former President Donald Trump vacationing at a resort, where Wood’s character Chelsea was mimicked by Sarah Sherman, complete with an exaggerated accent and notable fake dental features. Mentioning her "big gap teeth", the skit included a line asking about fluoride, which Wood condemned as reductive and superficial.

Acknowledging the nature of caricature in comedy, Wood made it clear that her issue lay with the execution of the joke, emphasizing that her character was singled out in an otherwise playful parody. She expressed gratitude on social media for receiving messages of support following her criticism.

Wood's remarks highlighted an ongoing discussion around body image in Hollywood, particularly how women's appearances are often scrutinized more heavily than men's. She also raised the question of whether such treatment would persist if the subject were a male actor.

Following her statements, Wood's sister Emily publicly defended her, praising Aimee's authenticity and strength. Emily shared her admiration for Aimee, calling her a "powerhouse" and asserting the importance of supporting women in the industry.

As the debate surrounding beauty standards and representation in media continues, Wood's perspective ignites a critical conversation on the role and responsibility of comedic platforms in shaping societal views on women's bodies.