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Lin-Manuel Miranda And Founding Fathers Spoofed On SNL

Lin-Manuel Miranda.

During a recent episode of 'Saturday Night Live,' Lin-Manuel Miranda reprised his role as Alexander Hamilton in a skit featuring the Founding Fathers signing the Declaration of Independence. The comedic scene was interrupted by James Austin Johnson portraying President Donald Trump, injecting humor into the historical moment.

Miranda delivered a rap emphasizing the values of liberty and equality in America, while Johnson's Trump interjected with satirical comments on current events. The jokes touched on topics such as diversity programs, Melania Trump's inauguration hat choice, and Elon Musk.

James Austin Johnson portrayed President Donald Trump in the skit.
Lin-Manuel Miranda reprised his role as Alexander Hamilton on 'SNL.'
The comedic scene featured the Founding Fathers signing the Declaration of Independence.

One of the humorous moments included a reference to Trump's executive order on gender recognition, with Johnson's character making controversial remarks about gender roles and appearance. The skit also featured Timothée Chalamet as the host and musical guest for the episode.

The comedic exchange between Miranda, Johnson, and the rest of the cast provided a lighthearted take on political and social issues, blending historical references with modern-day humor. The actors' performances added an entertaining twist to the traditional portrayal of historical figures, creating an engaging and humorous segment for 'Saturday Night Live' viewers.

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