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As the dust settles from this incident, it remains to be seen how both Tom Hanks and SNL will recover from the backlash. Will Hanks re-establish his connection with the audience he has entertained for decades? Will SNL reassess how it approaches politically charged sketches in the future? The answers might influence not only the future of Hanks's career but also the landscape of political comedy moving forward.
In a time when divisions are exacerbated, and sensitivities heightened, the art of comedy faces crucial tests. The real question is, can it endure and adapt without losing its essence? Only time and the responses of both the creators and the audience will tell.