Steve Martin turns down Tim Walz impersonation role on 'SNL,' dashing internet's casting hopes
Steve Martin’s next role will not be the Midwestern politician the internet hoped he’d portray
By AP News
Published - Aug 07, 2024, 08:03 PM ET
Last Updated - Aug 07, 2024, 08:03 PM EDT
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Steve Martin’s next role will not be the Midwestern politician the internet hoped he’d portray.
With Maya Rudolph’s wildly popular impression of Kamala Harris on “Saturday Night Live,” fans clamored to see who the late-night comedy show would pick to play Harris’ new running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz.
With similar hairstyles and their signature glasses, many fans quickly drew comparisons between Walz and Martin, who's been a frequent “SNL” guest but never a formal cast member.
The Los Angeles Times reported Wednesday that “SNL” producer Lorne Michaels called Martin to offer him the role on the upcoming 50th season, premiering Sept. 28, which he declined.
