“My Dinner with Adolf”: Larry David roasts Bill Maher’s meeting with Trump in satirical NYT essay

Larry David was present at the Los Angeles premiere of HBO’s “Curb Your Enthusiasm” Season 12 at the Directors Guild of America on January 30, 2024, in Los Angeles, California.

Bill Maher faced criticism for having dinner with President Donald Trump, and “Seinfeld” creator Larry David delivered a sharp critique in an essay for the New York Times titled “My Dinner With Adolf.” Although Maher was not directly named, the essay highlighted the absurdity of trying to humanize a fascist leader.

David’s fictional encounter with Adolf Hitler mirrored Maher’s recent actions with Trump. Maher, a cynical liberal comedian, was surprised by Trump’s genuine laughter during their meeting. Similarly, David’s character in the essay found himself reevaluating Hitler’s persona during a private meeting, realizing a deeper authenticity.

The essay concludes with the narrator unknowingly falling into Hitler’s manipulative charm, expressing gratitude for the meeting and even offering a salute, oblivious to the deception.