AceShowbiz - "Saturday Night Live" (SNL) faced significant backlash following their recent "Weekend Update" segment, which many believe went too far in tackling sensitive issues. The comedy sketch, lasting about a minute and a half, focused on the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, stirring considerable controversy.

Co-host Colin Jost commented on America's reaction to the murder, "The manhunt continues for the assassin who gunned down the CEO of United Healthcare on Wednesday, and it really says something about America that a guy was murdered in cold blood and the two main reactions were, 'Yeah, well health care stinks!' And also, 'Girl, that shooter hot.' "

Social media platforms became a hotspot for heated discussions, with users condemning "SNL" for their seemingly insensitive treatment of the tragedy. One YouTube user expressed their discomfort, stating, "Disgusting. I couldn't watch this segment. The victim's family and friends are very much grieving right now." Another commented, "Joking about someone's murder like that is absolutely disgusting… a family is grieving right now."

Co-host Michael Che further fueled the controversy with a joke about police efforts, "New York City police say that they were able to get the smiling picture of the suspect after the man apparently was caught on camera at a local hostel, flirting with a female employee, whose name has been reported as, 'Lucky S. Bechalive.' "

The segment wasn't just criticized for its handling of the victim and suspect, but also for its portrayal of law enforcement efforts. Jost remarked, "This week, New York City officials sent a tough message on crime: 'If you shoot somebody in the middle of the street, you better get on your bike, hop on a bus, and get the heck out of here, mister.' "

The joke continued, referencing the Rockefeller Plaza Christmas Tree Lighting, "Probably because they have every cop in the city guarding our Christmas tree."

"The NYPD now believes the suspect left the city on a bus from Port Authority. Thanks, but a Port Authority passenger who looks like a murderer actually widens the search," Jost quipped.

While "Saturday Night Live" representatives have yet to comment, the segment has clearly polarized audiences, igniting a debate over the boundaries of comedy in the context of real-world tragedies. As the conversation continues, it remains a poignant reminder of the fine line comedic shows walk when addressing sensitive issues.