Shane Gillis Polarizes Viewers with Controversial ‘SNL’ Monologue

Shane Gillis lastly took the “Saturday Evening Reside” stage greater than 4 years after being employed then fired from SNL earlier than his first episode … and followers are fairly break up on his internet hosting efficiency.

The comic stepped out centerstage of Studio 8H in New York Metropolis to host the legendary sketch present, and he barely addressed the scandal that received him fired again in 2019 … as an alternative launching into materials that drew the ire of some followers.

SG began, “Most of you in all probability don’t know who I’m. I used to be fired from this present some time in the past. Do not look that up, please. If you do not know who I’m, please do not Google that.”

And, then he simply moved on — not addressing or apologizing for feedback he made again in 2018 about Asian-American those that received him axed.

As an alternative, Shane determined to launch into an entire new set of jokes that seemingly alienated a part of his viewers.

He carried out a number of minutes on Down Syndrome earlier than utilizing a pair of phrases pejoratively which have turn into taboo lately. You may try the clip for your self to listen to what Gillis stated.

Shane appeared to really feel the stress within the room, mentioning a number of instances that he thought sure jokes would get greater laughs and including he might see folks clearly not having fun with his set.

He carried out in just a few noteworthy sketches BTW … one parodying Donald Trump‘s new golden sneakers and one other alongside forged member Bowen Yang — the primary full-time Asian American on the present who was vocal when Shane was fired.

As for fan reactions … they’re fairly break up. Simply search for Gillis’ name on X. Some persons are clearly calling Gillis out for his non-PC feedback whereas others are saying they liked his irreverent set.

Looks as if just one approach to settle this … tell us what you assume under!