SNL Stunner: Mike Myers Crashes Zelenskyy Meeting as Elon Musk in Hilarious Cold Open!
The laughter never stops at Saturday Night Live, and this week’s episode delivered an unforgettable moment when comedy legend Mike Myers made a surprise appearance in the cold open. The sketch reimagined the now-infamous Oval Office meeting between Donald Trump, JD Vance, and Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, but with an unexpected twist—Myers crashing the scene as Elon Musk!
Oval Office Chaos—SNL Style
James Austin Johnson reprised his spot-on Donald Trump impression, kicking off the skit with a jab at Zelenskyy’s casual outfit:
“I’d like to thank President Zelenskyy for dressing like casual Star Trek. We love Star Trek because there’s no DEI. The white guy was the leader and he bossed around Spock who was, I believe, Guatemalan.”
Mikey Day took on the role of Zelenskyy, but barely got a word in before Bowen Yang’s JD Vance jumped in, mirroring the real-life shouting match that took place in the actual meeting.
“You didn’t say thank you. You didn’t say anything about us being handsome,” he whined, cutting Zelenskyy off at every turn.
Johnson’s Trump, never one to shy away from a punchline, played off the viral “I have the cards” line from the real Oval Office meeting:
“You say you wanna end this war, but frankly, you don’t have the cards. I have the cards. I have Skip. I have Draw Four. I have Get Out of Jail Free, the Supreme Court gave me that one.”
Enter Mike Myers as Elon Musk—The Crowd Goes Wild!
Just when the chaos in the sketch hit its peak, Mike Myers burst onto the scene as Elon Musk, earning a huge reaction from the audience. His Musk impression was eerily accurate, blending the tech mogul’s mannerisms with a dose of classic Austin Powers-style comedy.
“Uh, Donald, what are you doing in my office? You know I’m the president now. I’m kidding! I’m kidding. Maybe not!” Myers quipped, before jumping up and down and chanting “Legalize comedy! Legalize comedy!”—a clear reference to Musk’s controversial Twitter/X slogan.
Myers’ Musk also took a jab at mass firings, poking fun at his real-life layoffs at Tesla and X:
“They’re saying I’m firing people with no cause. But I do have cause. It’s cause I feel like it.”
The audience roared with laughter, with many in the crowd visibly shocked at Myers’ surprise return. SNL has a long history of featuring unexpected guest stars, but seeing one of its most beloved alumni step into the role of a modern-day billionaire was something special.
A Nostalgic Surprise for SNL Fans
The unexpected return of Mike Myers—who hasn’t been a regular on SNL since the ’90s—was a major highlight for fans of the show. Social media exploded with reactions, with many praising the sketch for bringing back one of SNL’s greatest comedic talents in a role no one saw coming.
“Mike Myers as Elon Musk? This is the crossover I never knew I needed.” – One Twitter user wrote.
Another joked, “Mike Myers just made a better Elon Musk than Elon Musk.”
Longtime SNL fans were thrilled to see Myers return to Studio 8H, with many reminiscing about his iconic characters like Wayne Campbell, Dr. Evil, and Dieter from “Sprockets.” The sketch, filled with hilarious political satire, also underscored SNL’s ability to stay fresh and relevant after five decades on the air.
The Internet Reacts—Instant Viral Moment!
Within minutes of the sketch airing, clips flooded Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. Fans debated whether this was one of SNL’s best political cold opens in years, and some even called for Myers to make more guest appearances.
Several fans also pointed out how perfect the casting was, with Myers’ exaggerated comedic style fitting seamlessly into Elon Musk’s often unpredictable, meme-filled public persona.
“I need a whole SNL episode where Mike Myers just plays Elon Musk. Make it happen!” one fan demanded online.
Will Mike Myers Be Back?
With SNL’s 50th-anniversary celebration still fresh in everyone’s minds, this latest episode proves the legendary sketch show still has plenty of surprises left in its arsenal. Myers’ return felt like a love letter to long-time fans while also giving younger audiences a taste of why he’s one of the greatest comedic actors of all time.
The big question remains—could we see more of Elon Musk: The Comedy Version in future episodes? Could this be a one-off, or is SNL setting up a running gag with Mike Myers as their go-to Musk impersonator?
One thing is certain—this wasn’t just another SNL cold open. This was an event.
And with that, SNL has once again reminded us why it’s the king of late-night comedy.
Stay tuned for more SNL recaps, viral moments, and unexpected guest appearances as the season continues!
