Wat-Not Staff
Tesla CEO Elon Musk reportedly made Chloe Fineman cry on SNL. Fineman, known for her impressions, shared the story on a deleted TikTok. She claims Musk’s blunt feedback made her feel demoralised.
Chloe Fineman’s Frustration and Musk’s Critique
Fineman prepared a sketch for Musk all night. Her excitement faded when Musk dismissed it as “not funny.” Fineman, hoping for feedback, felt blindsided by Musk’s response. She described Musk as “unkind” and said he “didn’t laugh once.”
Musk reportedly reviewed every page, showing no amusement. Fineman hoped he’d soften his critique with humour. However, Musk remained critical throughout, leaving her disheartened.
Musk Responds to Accusations on Social Media
Musk defended himself in response to Fineman’s allegations. He admitted struggling with humour during rehearsals, which worried him. On X, Musk explained, “Only by Thursday did sketches get laughs.”
He expressed concern about the episode’s potential failure. However, Musk didn’t apologise to Fineman, focusing on his anxieties instead. Fineman eventually included Musk in a sketch, which performed well.
Other SNL Cast Reactions and Show Controversies
Fineman isn’t the only cast member frustrated with Musk’s hosting. Fellow SNL cast member Bowen Yang hinted at other host issues. Yang previously shared that a host made cast members cry before rehearsals.
Controversy over Musk’s hosting extended beyond the SNL cast. Fans criticised Musk’s appearance due to his polarising opinions. Despite this backlash, his episode attracted high viewership and attention.
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