Controversial Comedian Shane Gillis to Host “Saturday Night Live” on Feb. 24

The controversial stand-up comedian Shane Gillis is making headlines once again as he is set to host “Saturday Night Live” on Feb. 24. Gillis, who was fired from the show before his debut in 2019 due to racist remarks, has since found success on his own with self-released stand-up specials and a partnership with Bud Light for his upcoming tour.

Gillis first gained mainstream attention when he was announced as a new cast member for “SNL,” but was quickly let go after clips of him using offensive language, including an anti-Asian slur, surfaced online. Despite the backlash, Gillis has stood by his comedy, stating that he is a comedian who pushes boundaries and sometimes misses the mark.

In a recent interview, Gillis called the hiring and firing from “SNL” a traumatic experience, but expressed that he wouldn’t change the content of his podcast that led to his dismissal. He has also faced criticism for making homophobic jokes, but has acknowledged that using slurs on stage can be more distracting than funny to audiences.

Despite the controversy surrounding him, Gillis’ comedy has been praised for satirizing American patriotism and tackling hot topics in the culture wars between liberals and conservatives. While he may appeal to conservative audiences, Gillis has clarified that he is not a conservative guy himself.

As Gillis prepares to take the stage on “SNL,” it will be interesting to see how his brand of comedy resonates with viewers and whether he can navigate the fine line between pushing boundaries and crossing them. Love him or hate him, Shane Gillis is a comedian who continues to make waves in the comedy world.