Shane Gillis

Shane Gillis

Shane Gillis, a comedian who was recently hired by "Saturday Night Live" (SNL), has been fired after racist and homophobic videos resurfaced. The decision to let Gillis go came shortly after his controversial remarks came to light, sparking widespread backlash.

The controversy surrounding Gillis began when clips from his podcast surfaced, revealing derogatory language towards Asian people and homophobic slurs. The videos quickly went viral, leading to public outrage and calls for SNL to take action. In response, the show released a statement announcing Gillis' termination and stating that his comments were not aligned with the show's values.

While the decision to fire Gillis was met with support from many, there were also those who defended the comedian. Rob Schneider, a former SNL cast member, publicly expressed his support for Gillis, offering an apology on his behalf. However, the majority of the public and industry figures condemned Gillis' remarks as offensive and unacceptable.