Will Ferrell Returns to ‘SNL’ as Jeffrey Epstein’s Ghost in Wild Trump ‘Christmas Carol’ Cold Open
Will Ferrell made a comedic return to Saturday Night Live, portraying Jeffrey Epstein's ghost in a parody of A Christmas Carol. The cold open featured a humorous exchange between Ferrell's character and Donald Trump, played by James Austin Johnson. The sketch included various satirical elements, poking fun at political figures and current events.
- ▪Will Ferrell returned to SNL to host the show with Paul McCartney as the musical guest.
- ▪In the cold open, Ferrell played the ghost of Jeffrey Epstein, visiting a sleeping Donald Trump.
- ▪The sketch included humorous commentary on Trump's approval ratings and fictional future scenarios.
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