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Tom Holland Declines SNL Due to Dyslexia
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Tom Holland’s saying no to hosting Saturday Night Live — not because he doesn’t want to, but because the live cue card chaos triggers his dyslexia anxiety. Despite being asked by Lorne Michaels himself, the Spider-Man star admits reading aloud under pressure is a mental block he can’t overcome, even though he’s a pro at handling massive movie scripts. Amy Poehler offered encouragement, reminding him many hosts have faced tougher odds, but Holland’s honest about his limits — the teleprompter is his kryptonite. He’s not dodging the spotlight; he’s protecting his own performance. For now, Spidey’s staying grounded — and that’s okay.
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