Comedian and actor Steve Martin turned down the role of Minnesota Governor Tim Walz (D) on “Saturday Night Live” (SNL).
Martin, according to The Los Angeles Times, was contacted by the show’s executive producer and creator, Lorne Michaels, for the role. The actor, known for comedies such as “Little Shop of Horrors” and “Parenthood,” turned down an invitation to play Vice President Harris’ running mate on the sketch comedy show.
“I wanted to say no and, by the way, he wanted me to say no,” Martin told the outlet. “I said, ‘Lorne, I’m not an impressionist. You need someone who can actually get the guy. I was chosen because I have gray hair and glasses.”
His comments came just one day after Harris named Walz as her vice presidential pick following a turbulent few weeks for the Democratic Party. Harris and Walz are certified to lead the ticket in November, a development that comes just weeks after President Biden dropped out of the race and endorsed his vice president to run.
Martin responded to calls for him to play against the governor of Minnesota on Tuesday via a post on Threads.
“Just found out that Tim Walz wants to go on the road with Marty Short,” Martin wrote.
Many online users noticed the similarities in Walz and Martin’s appearance and pushed for the comedian to play the governor of Minnesota.
“SNL” alum Maya Rudolph is also returning to play Harris on the show.
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