Vice President Kamala Harris has selected Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate for the upcoming presidential election, the New York Post reported.
The choice quickly sparked social media buzz, with speculation about actor Steve Martin possibly impersonating Walz on "Saturday Night Live."
Introduced as Harris' vice-presidential candidate on a Tuesday, Walz, 60, has served as Minnesota's governor since 2018. He brings extensive experience, including 24 years in the Army National Guard and a decade in the U.S. House.
The announcement has sparked interest beyond politics, with fans on X (formerly Twitter) expressing excitement over the possibility of Steve Martin, 78, portraying Governor Walz on "Saturday Night Live."
Steve Martin, a seasoned SNL host since 1976, has appeared on the show 16 times, nearing Alec Baldwin's record. His most recent hosting was in December 2022.
"SNL" fans have eagerly awaited Martin's return, with one tweet urging his immediate appearance garnering thousands of retweets.
Fans speculate about Martin's potential involvement, but Maya Rudolph is confirmed to return as Kamala Harris for "SNL's" 50th season, premiering on September 28. Rudolph, who first portrayed Harris in December 2019, has become a fan favorite.
To accommodate her "SNL" schedule, production on the third season of her Apple TV+ series, "Loot," was paused.
"SNL" often blends politics with entertainment, making political figures more relatable and humorous. Rudolph's portrayal of Harris exemplifies this intersection of politics and entertainment.
After the announcement, social media buzzed with discussions about Walz's resemblance to Martin and the potential for a humorous "SNL" depiction. Fans humorously compared the aesthetics of Walz's and Martin's homes to iconic movie settings.
On X, Vice President Harris praised Walz's extensive service and commitment to working families, highlighting his roles as a governor, coach, teacher, and veteran, and emphasizing his readiness for a national role.
Walz called the VP candidacy the "honor of a lifetime," expressing eagerness to campaign vigorously. He echoed Harris by emphasizing their campaign's focus on showcasing "the politics of what's possible" and an enthusiastic approach to new beginnings.
As the election season progresses, the mix of politics and entertainment is expected to heat up. Fans anticipate Steve Martin’s potential portrayal of Walz on “SNL” as a key moment in political satire.
Walz’s selection represents both a strategic move and a cultural opportunity, with Martin potentially offering a fresh comedic take. Additionally, Maya Rudolph’s return to “SNL” to impersonate Harris adds star power to the show’s 50th season, promising to influence public opinion and engagement through political satire and humor.
Vice President Kamala Harris chose Governor Tim Walz as her running mate, stirring interest in both politics and entertainment. Public curiosity about Steve Martin possibly portraying Walz on "SNL" and Maya Rudolph returning as Harris adds to the excitement. Fans eagerly await "SNL" Season 50, which could bring these speculations to life and add humor to the political scene.
