Shane Gillis finally took the stage at “Saturday Night Live” more than four years after being hired and fired from the show before his first episode aired. The comedian’s hosting performance has left fans split, with some praising his irreverent humor while others are calling him out for his controversial comments.
Gillis addressed his firing from SNL right off the bat, telling the audience not to Google him if they didn’t know who he was. However, he did not apologize for the comments he made in 2018 about Asian-American people that led to his dismissal. Instead, he launched into a set of jokes that some fans found off-putting.
During his performance, Gillis touched on topics like Down Syndrome and used pejorative language that is considered taboo in today’s society. He seemed to acknowledge the tension in the room, mentioning that he could see people not enjoying his set.
Despite the controversy, Gillis did participate in some noteworthy sketches during the show, including a parody of Donald Trump’s new golden sneakers and a sketch with cast member Bowen Yang, the first full-time Asian American on SNL who was vocal about Shane’s firing.
Fan reactions to Gillis’ hosting performance have been mixed, with some praising his comedy and others condemning his offensive remarks. It seems that the debate over Shane Gillis’ return to SNL is far from over.
Ultimately, it is up to each individual viewer to decide whether they found Shane Gillis’ monologue and performance to be entertaining or offensive. The comedian’s return to SNL has certainly sparked a conversation about where the line should be drawn when it comes to comedy and political correctness.
