Cade Hudson, manager of pop icon Britney Spears, has openly criticized "Saturday Night Live" for its recent parody of the star. The skit, which involved comedian Chloe Fineman impersonating Spears, discussed the singer's new memoir "The Woman In Me," inaccurately represented by Australian star Michelle Williams in the sketch.
Hudson expressed his disappointment on Instagram, stating, "Wow. The writers of SNL are getting worse and worse. No wonder you all reached out to me to get Britney on the show... SNL is on life support."
The satire went on to humorously depict various celebrities auditioning to read for Spears' audiobook. Despite the comedic intention, Hudson and some viewers found the impersonation disrespectful and inaccurate, considering the memoir's sensitive content about Spears' past traumas, including her relationship with Justin Timberlake. One social media user commented, "She talks and dresses nothing like that, so idk what they're doing. the cast from 10 years was way funnier and more dynamic, imo."
The "SNL" parody arrived amidst the backdrop of Spears' memoir's success, which has sold over one million copies in its first week in the US and around 2.4 million globally. Spears shared her gratitude for the support, stating, "I poured my heart and soul into my memoir, and I am grateful to my fans and readers around the world for their unwavering support." The book, published in 26 languages/territories, details her controversial 13-year conservatorship and other personal experiences, including her decision to abort her pregnancy with Timberlake.
Hudson, in his Instagram post, further criticized Fineman, remarking, "You all are pathetic and this Chloe isn't funny. Did you find her on Craigslist or something?" His comments reflect a broader sentiment among some sections of the audience who feel that the show has lost its comedic edge.
Despite the uproar, Spears herself has not yet commented on the "SNL" sketch. The portrayal on the late-night variety show was Fineman's third time impersonating the "Lucky" singer, following performances in 2021 and 2022. This incident highlights the delicate balance between comedy and respect in portrayals of public figures, particularly those who have faced personal challenges in the public eye.
