Shane Gillis Polarizes Audience with Controversial ‘SNL’ Monologue

Shane Gillis lastly took the “Saturday Night Live” stage greater than 4 years after being employed then fired from SNL earlier than his first episode … and followers are fairly cut 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 got him fired again in 2019 … as an alternative launching into materials that drew the ire of some followers.

SG began, “Most of you probably have no idea who I am. I was fired from this show a while ago. Don’t look that up, please. If you don’t know who I am, please don’t Google that.”

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

As a substitute, Shane determined to launch into a complete 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 in recent times. You possibly can take a look at the clip for your self to listen to what Gillis mentioned.

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

He carried out in a couple of 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 cut up. Simply search for Gillis’ name on X. Some individuals are clearly calling Gillis out for his non-PC feedback whereas others are saying they liked his irreverent set.

Looks as if just one strategy to settle this … tell us what you suppose under!