Dan Levy expressed his disapproval of Shane Gillis’s recent remarks on a segment of “Saturday Night Live” that aired. In an Instagram video, Levy criticized Gillis without directly naming him for his derogatory comments towards women wearing short shorts to the gym. Gillis had referred to these women as “whores” during his hosting gig on the popular comedy show.
Levy, known for his role in “Schitt’s Creek” and as a former host of “SNL” in 2021, condemned the normalization of such derogatory language towards women, stating that it perpetuates misogynistic attitudes. He highlighted the importance of men standing up against such behavior to prevent the mistreatment of women and combat sexual assault.
The backlash against Gillis’s comments coincides with the ongoing controversy surrounding the Cornell 7, who are accused of a gang rape incident in 2024. The case has sparked discussions on consent and the prevailing culture that enabled such incidents to occur. Many “SNL” fans also criticized the show for approving Gillis’s joke, particularly in light of the sensitive nature of the Cornell case.
Shane Gillis has a history of controversial remarks, including his previous dismissal from “SNL” in 2019 due to offensive comments. Despite hosting the show on multiple occasions since then, Gillis continues to face criticism for his insensitive language and jokes. In his recent appearance, aside from the derogatory remarks towards women, Gillis also made remarks that sparked further controversy, including using offensive language and dropping a profanity during a live sketch.
