Elon Musk, the billionaire tech mogul known for his bold ventures and even bolder online presence, has fired back at comedian Dana Carvey over a recent Saturday Night Live (SNL) sketch that poked fun at the Tesla CEO. In the now-viral bit, Carvey donned a wig and exaggerated Musk’s accent, mannerisms, and space-obsessed lingo in a parody that some viewers found hilarious—while others, including Musk himself, didn’t find it funny at all.

Taking to X (formerly Twitter) on Sunday morning, Musk posted a direct response to the skit, writing:

“That impression was lazy and weird. I don’t even talk like that. SNL used to be original—now it’s just recycled cringe.”

The comment immediately sparked a wave of reactions online, dividing users between those who agreed with Musk and others who saw his response as thin-skinned. Within hours, “Dana Carvey” and “Elon Musk” were trending simultaneously, with fans revisiting both the sketch and Musk’s own controversial SNL hosting appearance from 2021.

Carvey, a comedy veteran known for his iconic impressions of George H.W. Bush and Dr. Fauci, has not responded publicly to Musk’s criticism. However, several SNL cast members and writers reportedly found the backlash amusing, noting privately that “parodying public figures is part of the show’s DNA.”

This isn’t the first time Musk has taken issue with how he’s portrayed in the media. Known for his active and sometimes confrontational social media habits, Musk has previously clashed with journalists, satirists, and even late-night hosts over portrayals he felt were inaccurate or unfair.

Critics argue that Musk’s sensitivity to mockery is at odds with his self-styled image as a fearless innovator who doesn’t care what others think. Supporters, on the other hand, claim he has every right to call out what he sees as “lazy comedy” or misrepresentation.

Whether you see Musk’s reaction as justified or overly dramatic, one thing is clear: whenever his name is mentioned—whether in a rocket launch or a comedy skit—the world is paying attention.