Looks like Aimee Lou Wood is going through a rough patch following recent harsh commentary about her physical appearance.
On April 14, 2025, the White Lotus star was spotted on a low-key stroll through South London with her close friend, Game of Thrones alum Ralph Davis. But what should’ve been a casual outing quickly turned into an emotional moment.
Dressed in a striking red leather trench layered over a matching burgundy long-sleeve top, dark-wash denim, black leather boots, and a muted baseball cap, Aimee kept things effortlessly casual yet stylish.
In paparazzi-captured images, the actress appeared visibly distraught, wiping away tears from her face as she broke down on the sidewalk upon noticing the cameras.
In one particularly heart-wrenching moment, Wood was seen clinging tightly to Davis, burying her face in his chest as he wrapped his arms around her in support, offering a moment of comfort during her public breakdown.
Aimee Lou Wood has broken down in tears as she was seen in public for the first time since her White Lotus co-star Walton Goggins praised a cruel SNL sketch which mocked her appearance.https://t.co/2FF7cBGZkL
— Sky News Australia (@SkyNewsAust) April 15, 2025
SNL Takes A Jab At Aimee Lou Wood’s Unique Teeth
The Sex Education star’s public breakdown came just a day after Saturday Night Live aired a five-minute sketch titled The White Potus, a political parody inspired by HBO’s series The White Lotus.
In the skit, SNL cast member Sarah Sherman portrayed Aimee’s Season 3 character, complete with exaggerated buck teeth prosthetics, in what many saw as a direct mockery of Wood’s real-life appearance.
Aimee didn’t stay silent. Taking to her Instagram Stories, she called out the sketch for its poor taste and lazy punchline, writing,
“I did find the SNL thing mean and unfunny. Such a shame cuz I had such a great time watching it a couple weeks ago. Yes, take the piss for sure, that’s what the show is about, but there must be a cleverer, more nuanced, less cheap way?”
Within a few hours of her honest response, fans flooded social media with messages of love and support, calling out the sketch for its unnecessary jab at her looks.
The backlash didn’t go unnoticed as in a follow-up post, Aimee revealed that the SNL team had privately reached out to apologize. While she didn’t name anyone or share the exact details, she confirmed that an apology had been made.
Aimee Lou Wood has long embraced her natural smile, proudly standing by her decision not to alter her buck teeth to conform to Hollywood beauty standards.
During a candid appearance on The Jonathan Ross Show in March 2025, the actress opened up about her childhood experiences with bullying and how public perception has changed since she rose to fame.
Reflecting on the unexpected impact of her authenticity, Aimee shared,
“I can’t believe the impact my teeth are having… It feels so lovely. A real full-circle moment after being bullied for my teeth forever. Now people are clapping in the audience…”
Fans Show Support For Aimee As SNL Faces Backlash Over Cruel Skit
After Wood’s emotional moment went viral, fans quickly took to social media to show their support. Many expressed outrage over the show mocking someone’s natural features under the guise of comedy, labeling the skit as mean-spirited and unnecessary.
Some such comments on social media read,
“💔 I don’t know the lady, but making fun of her teeth… that’s low, even for SNL”.
“I can’t imagine the entire world watching a televised skit about how I look!! That sounds awful 😔”
“I’m sure she was teased terribly for them growing up. Imagine a grown celebrity bully doing it to you in a space where you feel accepted for the first time”.
“She’s an amazing actress & so genuine ❤️❤️❤️”
Sometimes, the strongest statement isn’t a clapback, it’s a tear shed on a quiet street. Aimee Lou Wood’s emotional moment spoke volumes louder than any skit ever could.