SNL Cold Open Features Mike Myers as Elon Musk in a Dr. Evil Sketch

The latest episode of 'Saturday Night Live' (SNL) delivered a memorable cold open, featuring a surprise appearance by Mike Myers reprising his iconic role as Dr. Evil from the 'Austin Powers' series. This time, Dr. Evil was portrayed as a satirical version of Elon Musk, poking fun at the tech mogul's public persona and business ventures.

The sketch, set in a mock SpaceX boardroom, showcased Dr. Evil/Musk presenting his latest 'evil' plans, which humorously mirrored Musk's real-life projects. The episode also included references to recent political figures like Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky, tying in current events with the show's signature humor.

This cold open was a highlight of the season, blending nostalgia with sharp commentary on contemporary issues. The episode further solidified SNL's reputation for cleverly integrating current events and pop culture into its comedic sketches.

• Dr. Evil
• Elon Musk
• Mike Myers
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