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You won't see Steve Martin impersonate vice presidential nominee Tim Walz when 'Saturday Night Live' returns in the fall. The 78-year-old actor and comedian said producer Lorne Michaels called and offered him the gig, but Martin declined. 'I wanted to say no and, by the way, he wanted me to say no,' Martin told The Los Angeles Times. 'I said, 'Lorne, I’m not an impressionist. You need someone who can really nail the guy.
Because 1- he’s perfect for it, and 2- we all need the Maya/Steve team to make us happy! I made a collage to strengthen my platform,' another posted. One social media user said Martin would be the 'perfect host' for the premier of the show's 50th season and it would be a good opportunity for the actor to promote the upcoming season of Hulu's 'Only Murders in the Building.' 'I imagine a Tim Walz Father of the Bride Sketch with costar [Martin' Short.
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