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'SNL' Stars Clap Back At Viral TikTok Beauty Claim

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In a world where beauty standards are constantly debated, a recent viral TikTok post questioning the attractiveness of 'Saturday Night Live' ('SNL') female cast members has sparked a fiery discussion. With responses from Sarah Sherman (current cast member), Chloe Troast (new cast member), and a wave of support from fans, the SNL team turns the controversy into a celebration of humor over looks. Dive into the drama, the laughs, and the powerful statements that prove comedy knows no beauty bounds.

'SNL' cast hits back at viral claim
The female stars responds with humor
They react to TikToker saying no 'hot woman' on the cast

In an unexpected twist of events, 'Saturday Night Live' cast members and fans unite against a TikTok post that dared to question the attractiveness of its female stars. The post, which quickly went viral, suggested 'SNL' has "never hired a hot woman," igniting a firestorm on social media. But, in true comedic fashion, the 'SNL' ladies had the last laugh.

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Sarah Sherman, a beloved figure on 'SNL' since 2021, took to X (formerly Twitter) with a tongue-in-cheek response to the controversy, "Just found out I'm not hot. Please give me and my family space to grieve privately and uglily at this time." Meanwhile, Chloe Troast, the show's fresh face, chimed in with a melodious rendition of Christina Aguilera's "Beautiful," reminding us that beauty shines in all forms.

The original TikTok, viewed over half a million times, specifically called out Heidi Gardner for her roles as "super-hot and super-dumb" characters, despite not fitting the critic's conventional beauty standards. This sparked a debate over whether 'SNL' intentionally casts women who can be funny without the distraction of sex appeal.

Beauty and humor: The 'SNL' backlash sparks a conversation

The backlash was swift and supportive of the 'SNL' cast. Fans flooded the comments with examples of stunning 'SNL' women, from Ego Nwodim's undeniable beauty to legends like Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Kristen Wiig. The message was clear: beauty and humor are not mutually exclusive.

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The TikToker behind the post, Jahelis, issued an "official apology," which was anything but apologetic. Despite facing backlash and even racially charged insults, Jahelis stood by their opinion, provocatively concluding that they live in a world "where apparently Tina Fey looks like Megan Fox."

As 'SNL' prepares to welcome Kristen Wiig back to the stage, this controversy serves as a reminder of the show's enduring appeal. It's not about looks; it's about laughter. And in the world of comedy, these women reign supreme, proving time and again that humor is the hottest quality of all.