'Like a dog': Comedian Matt Friend delights with uncanny Trump & Sanders Impressions on ‘The Beat’

[@LizFromDecencyUnited]

Kudos Ari!! It's great that you're promoting young, upcoming artists on your show! Awesome!

[@Trollzarefunny]

@Free Man Lmmfaoooooo Trolls are funny

[@mile_high_topher]

@Saving Democracy Sure is nice not living in a state ran by fascists. Think I'll pay for an abortion tomorrow, just for funsies.

[@jeremybackup5758]

I had tears in my eyes. The best parody is when it's closest to reality.

[@Cj-pg4qe]

@savingdemocracy5526 😜😝🤪

[@ashenwalker4622]

Omg go to bed Elizabeth... 🙄🙄🙄

[@queenla]

Oh you gave him the exact break he needed! This was great to watch.

[@garfield2439]

Hopefully SNL will be calling him. 🤞🤞😁

[@Crazycatlady71]

Maybe Jimmy Kimmel will call him, too. This young man has a wonderful gift, not grift, gift. 😂

[@billzadorsky9527]

Your young comedian guest, Matt, was totally awesome. Yep, he would be great on SNL! Thanks so much Ari. I laughed throughout the entire segment.

[@randy7003]

Lorne, are you watching?

[@mikec886]

Thank you very much china bwaaaa

[@ashenwalker4622]

He was so great. Because he hates trump, I like him even more! 🤣😂🤣😂🤡...

[@jorgegonzalez-larramendi5491]

they got a good stable but they can use his powers...

[@bravocharlie639]

It would mark one of the few times "Bernie Sanders" was allowed to be on the "Liberal" networks. One of many, MANY times for "Trump" however. BTW, who owns the major networks?

[@RobinaB530]

What a friendly guy and great with impressions. He just exuded joy!

[@annieclaire2348]

Matt! You are absolutely brilliant! Thanks Ari for giving us a laugh.

[@ashenwalker4622]

How... was this brilliant?

[@rankat1841]

@@ashenwalker4622 If someone has to explain to you why this was brilliant, you're not brilliant enough to comprehend why it is. Be a waste of time and effort. Besides, you've probably never subscribed to or are brilliant enough to understand the concept of subjective opinion. The fact that the majority of comments applaud this guy or at least, give him kudos for his performance is a sure bet he's good enough. The small number of butt hurt comments and fishing challenges from snowflakes like you tells us he was good as well. 😉🤣🤣

[@christianfinkbeiner684]

​@@ashenwalker4622Did he hurt your feelings by making fun of your Orange King?

[@ashenwalker4622]

@@christianfinkbeiner684 This was 11 months ago loser...

[@lordchaa1598]

More segments like this please Ari. It’s great being able to laugh with everything going on right now. Well done 👍

[@tcharles2466]

Thanks, Ari - Matt Friend is absolutely brilliant!

[@Trollzarefunny]

@Free Man GOLUBOIzzzzz are in the chat

[@Trollzarefunny]

@Free Man Lmmfaoooooo Awe the pootinzzz pederazzzzzz are alway comical to Americans 😂🤡😂 Keep the queen vladz comedy show going

[@mile_high_topher]

@Free Man At hurting your feelings.

[@mile_high_topher]

@Free Man Is connecting three dots really too much for you? "He's brilliant!" "At what?" "At hurting your feelings." They're literally in a straight line and you couldn't pull it off. I'm second hand embarrassed for you.

[@haroldmoore1412]

@Free Man watch the video crybaby.

[@ellenebay3470]

OMG...he's only 24! What an incredible talent. Thx Ari, for sharing!

[@TDS_ExistMaga4ever]

Incredible LoL my goodness

[@PogueMahone1]

I see a bright, nimble young man with a hollow soul.

[@rankat1841]

Yes, that's why she has 64 likes to your 0. Because more people agree with her opinion than yours. 😉🤣🤣🤣 Go like your own comment. Give yourself a head start. 😉👍

[@normalityrelief]

Easily the best Trump impression I've ever heard

[@skaetur1]

That extra China was everything. 😄

[@c.a.marsupial.1282]

The attitude is spot on.

[@bobcob3362]

Hope he doesn't go to prison like that other trump impersonator.

[@nickpaz9113]

The. Best. Ever

[@aarondavidson4093]

Another fantastic one is Jamie Foxx!

[@erinmac4750]

Awesome Ari helping the young talent! This guy is amazing with the voices and acting! I expect to see a lot more of him. 🍀✌️😎

[@chefjames3361]

SNL should be calling soon. Those impersonations are not only good impersonations but great acting. This guy can act. He puts his whole body into it.

[@lauranydb7979]

Yes, SNL needs to go back to their funny political skits

[@Skymannot6939]

I wish him all the best, he has a bright future.

[@DibIrken]

I say no. Let him do his thing in stand up.

[@rankat1841]

@@DibIrken Well, it's not up to you what he does now is it? 😉🤣🤣

[@D.A.OhK.]

It's weird to see people keep mentioning SNL when they already have James Austin Johnson, who is funnier and does the best Trump impersonation out there.

[@Omni0404]

Wow my cheeks are sore from smiling at this guy. He's so good!

[@batgurrl]

This guy’s impressions were spot on. Thanks Ari for having him on. The long segment was so fantastic that I had to keep the recording to watch again tomorrow. I always delete after I watch it❤️🎉😎

[@haroldmoore1412]

@Saving Democracy Ketanji Brown Jackson fave molester.

[@kevinconboy7387]

He’s not even funny and he’s got down syndrome.

[@Qqxx22]

Arie telling the kid to dream Bigger than getting on his show is: 1) very humble 2) self aware 3) refreshing

[@FakingANerve]

Agreed, agreed, and agreed. That was honestly a bit touching... and he's right. 24 years old and already a very, very solid impressionist.

[@JasonMolter]

I'm glad Ari asked "has SNL called?" because that seems the obvious path for Matt Friend - probably the best impressionist in the biz right now, and so young. He's gotta get that gig.

[@morganf5959]

NO ONE comes close to impersonations like Matt Friend. Absolutely, the very best, far surpasses Alec. He is such an intelligent comedian --- his genius constantly unfolds. When have you ever seen Ari Melber laugh like that?

[@Judy-et4ex]

Ari had to stop himself from full on going into the Deputy Dog laugh. Lol. Lol. This young man is awesomely talented.

[@JudyFayLondon]

Agreed.

[@tompatchak8706]

Seth and Trevor are close

[@macaroo90]

Shane Gillis' Trump impersonation is wayyyy better

[@joannematthews8270]

Sorry but Seth Meyers does the best Bernie Sanders and Mike Pence impressions I've ever heard.

[@bamarazdblubred]

Thankyou Ari for having this guest That guy is really Good, Felt reassuring to Laugh again, Its been to long! Hard to, knowing the war going on, And nothing but sadness over there.

[@lamplight5603]

Tina, I agree with you completely, I’m sure Matt made the majority of us laugh. We all needed this. Great to see Ari having a fun time, for a big change. Laughter is the best medicine.

[@Dj-zz]

I think maybe up there with Rich Little. Humorous, Talented & Intelligent. He’s got a long career ahead. Thanks for having this young man on.

[@WingsDragonfly]

So GOOD! Would love to see him again.

[@scott7349]

It's great to laugh again! Loved it.

[@Foxeknighton-beatty3438]

Wow! Matt is great! He captured the essence of each person.

[@Pixelthekid]

Honestly, Ari has the best political show there is. Keep up the great work. I really appreciate Ari.

[@brainiac31K]

Wow. The kid is hysterically good.

[@alansylvia4276]

I think that was the best trump impression I have ever seen.

[@Trollzarefunny]

@Saving Democracy Lmmfaoooooo Lubomirovzzzzz are funny

[@mile_high_topher]

@Saving Democracy And the fascism, racism, misogyny, and treason.

[@StudiosDelirium]

The one by Jamie Fox is also very good. Take a look.

[@thomasralabate5645]

So talented. Continued good luck to Matt. You have a lot of crazies to work with. I would pay to see his act in Vegas. SNL needs him.

[@jaredmclaren8638]

That was AWESOME. SNL HIRE THIS GUY!

[@susanhewitt6359]

Hilarious!😂 He even has the body language down!

[@alisonbyers7022]

Oh my God! I love this guy! You go Mr. Matt Friend! SNL pick him up!

[@malagupta4289]

Close your eyes and you really think it's THE person on screen! He's amazing!

[@sawluke]

I've seen many impressions of that orange mess, but this was one of the best.

[@TDS_ExistMaga4ever]

Pathetic

[@scabcrawler632]

You are a criminal. No one cares what you think

[@ragevsraid7703]

he is so good at orange jesus

[@andrerichardson3150]

Yes! Also check out Jaime Foxx's impression of Trump, It's hilarious too!😂

[@susanford2388]

Check out John Di Domenico.

[@kitaeverett2480]

a great segment 💯✅💙 seriously on point Matt Friend is amazing 🤩

[@lbn722]

“They don’t even seem real.. the people running this country right now” 😂😂😂💯😭

[@patrickdowling529]

The best line in his whole act!

[@andrewsmith3257]

Lol

[@AA-qt1hi]

Spot on impressions!! Hilarious. The physicality of it all was great to take in.

[@davidhaynes3126]

Awesome impression of bone spurs. Lol😂😂 I watched it over and over. LMAO

[@magaareinbredhillbillies]

look up randy rainbow new one

[@Trollzarefunny]

@Saving Democracy Lmmfaoooooo Trolls are funny

[@Trollzarefunny]

@Saving Democracy Lmmfaoooooo Recycling lubomirovzzzzz are desperate Hush my dear little princess

[@ashenwalker4622]

No you didn't...

[@Trollzarefunny]

@@ashenwalker4622 Lmmfaoooooo Dimitri skabeevazzzz are absolutely comical 😂🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡😂

[@luciafidalgo296]

Excellent! Go Matt! Thank you Ari!

[@clementimani]

So happy to see Matt…… dude is mad talented!!!!!!!

[@dandavis4469]

Great, Ari, thanks for bringing on Matt Friend!

[@TheGreatGig73]

I can't even do an impression of me! Great job Matt!

[@pickledragonrebel]

😆

[@paulwilliams5500]

That was a real LOL at my kitchen table. Thank you for giving him the spotlight!

[@RafiTanzim]

Brownie points for Ari. Thanks for highlighting Matt.

[@bonzrh68]

I love this guy! He’s so good!

[@caroletyson9103]

The best part was watching Ari laugh!!!

[@indigowolf556]

That guy was pretty good. I hope he becomes more and more popular he was freaking hilarious 👍😅😅😅

[@JohnnyAngel8]

Trump' impersonation: "It made no sense and had no context." LOL! Perfect.

[@Jay_Jones71602]

Ari bringing the entertainment.

[@robingoldman5944]

I love this guy! Thank you Ari🥰

[@dorothycollins2431]

What a talent!! Not since Rich Little, who by the way, said the same thing about how he could do a particular voice !!!

[@lamplight5603]

I’m Canadian , and he definitely brought Rich Little to my mind. Rich was born in Ottawa, the Capital of Canada.

[@randy7003]

Rich Little was awesome?

[@jimandskittum]

I've never seen anything like it. Nobody has really. It's truly incredible if you think about it. Look, this man has the potential to make millions and millions and millions of dollars and I am proud to have him on my team.

[@mn-ru4li]

Omg his Trump is amazing

[@Trollzarefunny]

@Saving Democracy Lmmfaoooooo Trolls are funny

[@beverlywelch5324]

I am so glad he is getting recognition. I've seen him on Tik Tok and he is FABULOUS!!!!

[@kuribojim3916]

So awesome!

[@joannemoser3443]

I love his mannerisms.

[@Turbojets_Channel]

Matt is a phenomenon. I wish him tremendous success. He's great.

[@sunshinelizard1]

Amazing! I will be following this comedian.

[@jamesobiri1583]

I am looking forward to seeing more of this young man

[@Chip4576]

It's not just his voice that's spot on, he has all of the body movements down too.

[@AriSiMom]

We needed this …

[@robertdora7026]

The Bernie impression was SO spot on and consistent throughout!! Very hard to do 👏👏

[@chillmaster3502]

Jesus christ i was dying laughing throughout the video

[@lamplight5603]

@Free Man didn’t your Mom teach you one of the Golden Rules, “ If you have nothing nice to say, don’t say anything at all. “ Another Golden Rule is, “ Do unto others, as you would have them do unto you. “

[@oshadidevi6206]

Me too.

[@lisaortiz635]

You are kind of missing the point of social media here, Karen & I think even Jesus Christ would have laughed at/liked those impressions, Karen…

[@jimfoster9964]

at what? those morons? wow

[@ninij9692]

@stavros333 if you're talking about the Son of God, don't worry that wasn't his name... it was Yahshua.

[@perryoberlander1069]

Hilarious! Matt Friend is definitely going to get asked to appear on SNL!

[@daviddesor]

Arie, that was excellent, Matt is really good, loved it

[@Jkitty7599]

OMG, my absolute laugh for today! he sounds sooooooo much like him! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣💥🙌🤗👍 he need to be on SNL!

[@sparkle3000]

God Bless and protect our Comedians!

[@joysimpson7503]

Watching from England and Love the Bernie Sanders impression..I can recognise his voice in my sleep 😊..

[@kristinl.3463]

Thank you for the laugh tonight!

[@lamplight5603]

Kristin, I agree 💯%. It made me realize how little there is to laugh about. Thanks 🙏🙏🙏

[@maryveron8721]

I love all of his impressions, he’s spot on!

[@ianmclean5541]

Matt Friend is the new top gun in the comedy impressions game. For those if you who remember Rich Little, this guy is right there.

[@katherineblakely7142]

Wow!!!! Awesome!!! Reminds me of how great Danny Gans was... We'll surely be seeing more of this awesome talent.

[@Tonimaroni2BeKindToAnimals]

He made me laugh 💫

[@lindahamilton5836]

Omg! I hope SNL calls, if not, someone else definitely will!! Thanks for this, Ari!!!!!!

[@cmills1008]

The next Jim carey!! I look forward to seeing him in movies and everywhere!

[@madshebs]

Easily the best impersonation of trump so far. This kid is amazing

[@michaelratcliffe7559]

Excellent!

[@Moses6868]

Ari, I have a humble recommendation: Have Matt Friend on every Friday night for a "Week in Review" bit ✌️

[@patrickdowling529]

YES!!!

[@anniehuckerby9281]

He was hilarious you should get him back again sometime 🤣

[@Ghost-Mama]

I HOPE SNL CALLS ☎️ HIM !! Those were fantastic impressions and the best voice work I’ve heard yet for the orange dumpster! Great segment Ari !!

[@serious_in_seattle6917]

Great laugh for me this morning 😂 Thank you!

[@colingordon5950]

I was dying. That was fantastic

[@jb-i-m4735]

That dude was awesome! He's got a great future ahead of him.

[@MosmMAli]

wow this guy is epic 😅😅

[@tammyslash7251]

Wow!!

[@MadCatLady28]

I'm so impressed at the smooth conversation of Will Smith from noun to verb.

[@meghan42]

Fantastic. It's as if he was directly channelling Trump. What a talent!

[@dorothycollins2431]

GREAT impression !!!

[@natalianakoriakova8084]

Extraordinary! He put a smile on my face. Thank you.

[@paulbruney1072]

Outstanding job young man

[@vikkiskinner5357]

Oh man I needed that ..cheers😂

[@patricerhiles9914]

Wow....I will talk about this comedian to my crew....WONDERFUL...South Bronx...

[@ianreed9571]

I can do a great impression of Trump by throwing a children's Happy Meal covered in ketchup against the wall.😂

[@moreGraceNpeace]

Wow, Ari. Bring this young genius back!

[@wicky4473]

Absolutely brilliant!

[@Wittstock99]

WOW!

[@jplanet6071]

This guy is amazing, and it was such a fun segment to watch!

[@android12921]

Great work, both

[@ogknowbody]

Great for showcase this great new young talent. You are such a G for that. ❤️

[@bradx90]

His Bernie and his Trump are spot on! Bravo 👏!

[@lucystrider728]

Still laughing, so good!!!

[@hezigler]

Can't remember being so impressed with a mimic since I first saw Frank Gorshin in the 1960s.

[@jongray4924]

Yeah, hes gonna be a star... His energy reminds me of a lot of young comics who made it big.

[@Spiral.Dynamics]

Wow he is really good!!