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Saturday Night Live mocks Natalie Harp’s obsession with Trump in Season 52 premiere
The Independent • • general
Key Points:
- Saturday Night Live kicked off its 52nd season with a cold open sketch featuring James Austin Johnson as Donald Trump and Ashley Padilla as Trump's aide Natalie Harp, parodying their unusual relationship.
- The sketch highlighted Harp's obsessive loyalty to Trump, referencing real-life letters she wrote expressing intense devotion, and portrayed her as a creepy, protective figure warning New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, played by Ramy Youssef.
- Fans praised Padilla's performance as Natalie Harp, noting it brought more character depth compared to her previous impressions on the show.
- The sketch ended with Trump humorously negotiating with Mayor Mamdani over housing funds, agreeing to a deal in exchange for an Instagram follow, showcasing SNL's satirical take on political interactions.
