Actor Laura Benanti reprised her role as first lady Melania Trump on the latest episode of “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.” In a hilarious skit, Benanti, portraying the faux FLOTUS, poked fun at the current state of affairs in America.
Mocking the proposed cuts to public spending by billionaire Elon Musk, the fake Melania joked about wanting her own role eliminated. She quipped, “I believe in that project so much that I would have taken that $40 million for free,” referencing her Amazon documentary for which she is reportedly receiving a hefty sum.
Addressing Colbert’s accusation of “grifting” her followers with the launch of a crypto meme coin, the fake Melania denied any wrongdoing. She retorted, “No, their money is just a gift to me. After all, you can’t spell grift without gift. And you can’t spell gift without if. But if will never become I because I don’t give an F.”
Benanti as Trump ended the skit with a sharp commentary on the current state of the country. She likened America to Melania, “trapped in a bad relationship with Donald Trump, just praying he doesn’t screw us any more than he already has.”
The comedic performance by Benanti as Melania Trump on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” provided a satirical take on the political landscape and left viewers entertained. The skit seamlessly integrated humor with social commentary, showcasing Benanti’s talent for impersonation and comedic timing.
