Why actor Taran Killam is not afraid to talk politics

Should an actor's opinions on politics remain separate from their work? Former “Saturday Night Live” cast member Taran Killam, who played Donald Trump on the show before Alec Baldwin, explained to SalonTV why it’s often hard to balance his expression as an American citizen with his expression as an artist.

The actor also opens up about his role opposite Kevin Hart and Tiffany Haddish in the film “Night School,” in theaters September 28, and his upcoming ABC television comedy series “Single Parents,” where he plays an overly involved single dad who hasn’t been on a date in five years. The show premieres September 26.

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