Aimee Lou Wood, best known for her role in Sex Education and White Lotus, has shared her frustration after being mocked on Saturday Night Live (SNL) during a recent sketch.
The skit, which featured Jon Hamm as the host, saw Sarah Sherman sporting large prosthetic teeth as part of a cruel impression of Aimee.
The portrayal left Aimee feeling hurt, and she didn’t hesitate to express her feelings on social media.
Aimee’s Response on Instagram
Taking to her Instagram Story, Aimee didn’t hold back, telling her followers, “While in honest mode, I did find the SNL thing mean and unfunny.”
She acknowledged that she was feeling “righteous” but joked that she might delete the post later.
However, fans quickly rallied around her, encouraging her to keep it up.
One follower even wrote, “It was mean and unfunny, and saying it out loud removes their power.”
Aimee has always been an advocate for body positivity and self-acceptance, and the supportive messages from her fans helped her feel better about herself.
One message read, “You’re unreal in every way.
I have a big gap in my teeth and an overbite, and you’ve genuinely made me feel so much better about myself.”
This comment struck a chord with Aimee, who has previously talked about her insecurities related to her natural appearance.
Clarifying Misunderstandings Around HBO and Her Insecurities
Earlier in the week, Aimee had clarified some confusion surrounding a previous interview where she had mentioned HBO, explaining that no one at the network had ever called her “ugly.”
She attributed those thoughts to her own insecurities, stating, “That was my own paranoid thought,” and went on to assure her followers that HBO had been supportive and kind to her.
Aimee’s point was clear: her insecurities were a result of her own mind playing tricks on her, and not because of any negativity from the network.
“Please read carefully before getting angry for me,” she urged her followers.
Aimee Discusses Her Insecurities in GQ Interview
In a recent British GQ interview, Aimee opened up about the insecurities she has struggled with, particularly regarding her appearance.
She shared that White Lotus creator Mike White had to “fight” to cast her, which initially made her feel insecure.
She explained, “When someone (not a producer) told me Mike fought for me, it was said in a nice way. I just spiraled about it because of my own imposter syndrome.”
In the interview, Aimee also revealed how she often struggled with the idea that HBO didn’t want her because of her “ugly” appearance.
“Mike had to say, ‘Please let me have the ugly girl!'” she explained, describing the negative thoughts that lingered in her mind despite the positive reception she received for her performances.
Her Thoughts on the Public Focus on Her Teeth
Aimee has often been praised for embracing her natural overbite and gapped teeth, which have become a defining feature of her appearance.
However, she admitted in her GQ interview that she sometimes feels frustrated by how much attention her teeth receive, overshadowing her acting career.
“I don’t know if it was a man, would we be talking about it this much?” she pondered.
“It’s still going on about a woman’s appearance.”
For Aimee, the constant focus on her smile felt tied to societal expectations of women in the public eye.
While she appreciated the support, she expressed a desire for the conversation to shift toward her work and talent, rather than her looks.
Aimee’s Rebellion Against Hollywood Beauty Standards
Aimee has received praise for refusing to adhere to the beauty standards often imposed by Hollywood.
She embraces her natural appearance, choosing not to alter her teeth or undergo cosmetic procedures like veneers or Botox.
During an appearance on The Jonathan Ross Show, Aimee expressed her amazement at the impact her teeth were having on audiences, particularly in America.
“It feels a bit rebellious,” she said, reflecting on the praise she’s received for staying true to herself.
In a world where physical appearance often takes center stage, Aimee’s decision to embrace her unique features has resonated with many fans who admire her for challenging the conventional standards of beauty.
