The tragic fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was indeed a major topic of the week, and Saturday Night Live addressed it during their Weekend Update segment. Colin Jost, the longtime co-anchor, commented on the situation in his signature comedic style, making light of the ongoing manhunt and the public’s unusual reaction to the suspect’s appearance.
Jost poked fun at the media’s response to the release of photos of the alleged shooter, noting two main reactions: one being a critique of the healthcare system (“Yeah, well healthcare stinks”), and the other a rather superficial comment on the suspect’s looks (“Girl, that shooter hot”). Jost’s quip seemed to resonate with the audience, and even Scarlett Johansson’s husband, Jost, couldn’t help but chuckle at the absurdity of the situation.
He also humorously remarked about the absurdity of the shooting happening just three blocks away in broad daylight, with the suspect casually bicycling away. Jost joked that the man was likely able to escape because all the city’s police forces were focused on guarding the Christmas tree. The search for the shooter has expanded beyond New York City, and the NYPD believes the suspect may have traveled via a Port Authority bus.
While the comedy segment took a lighthearted approach to a serious issue, it’s important to recognize that the search for the killer remains ongoing, and many people still find the situation deeply unsettling.
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