Lin-Manuel Miranda Returns to SNL with Hamilton Cameo

Lin-Manuel Miranda, the mastermind behind the hit Broadway musical Hamilton, made a surprise appearance on Saturday Night Live (SNL). He jumped back into his iconic role as Alexander Hamilton during a skit that poked fun at the United States' founding fathers. The sketch imagined the founders creating the Declaration of Independence. In the skit, Miranda spoke about the importance of liberty and equality, echoing Hamilton's views. Suddenly, James Austin Johnson, portraying former President Donald Trump, interrupted and declared he was in his "king era, " sparking a humorous exchange. Trump teased Miranda, comparing him to characters from the TV show The Office and highlighting Miranda's frozen expression on stage. The skit also touched on Trump's inauguration and his executive orders. Timothée Chalamet, known for his role in A Complete Unknown, hosted and performed as musical guest, sharing his experiences with award shows and even reading a prepared speech.