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Starmer's SNL Debut: Declines Iran War, Seeks Trump's Friendship

3/22/2026

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In the premiere of Saturday Night Live U.K., U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer is portrayed by George Fouracres.
Starmer tells U.S. President Donald Trump he will not join the war in Iran.
His adviser suggests sending a voice note instead of a phone call.
The sketch ends as the adviser praises Keir Starmer for doing the bare minimum and seeking friendship with Trump.

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Story summary

In the premiere of Saturday Night Live U.K., U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer is portrayed by George Fouracres.
Starmer tells U.S. President Donald Trump he will not join the war in Iran.
His adviser suggests sending a voice note instead of a phone call.
The sketch ends as the adviser praises Keir Starmer for doing the bare minimum and seeking friendship with Trump.