Shane Gillis Addresses SNL Monologue Gym Attire Controversy
Comedian Shane Gillis discussed backlash over his Saturday Night Live monologue regarding women's gym clothing on the November 13 episode of the Joe Rogan Experience.
Gillis Surprised By Online Criticism
The comedian revealed he was taken aback by the negative reaction to his opening remarks. He told Rogan that he expected a solid C minus for the performance but not controversy. Gillis stated he does not say anything bad about women in general during the set. The jokes focused specifically on neon shorts and wrinkles around cheeks while filming TikToks.
SNL Writers Write The Sets
Gillis explained that Saturday Night Live writers create the monologue scripts without prior approval from the performer. He noted that non-comedians have their sets written for them by staff members at the studio. The network could shut down the joke but does not review the material beforehand. This process differs from how other performers might prepare their opening segments for broadcast.
Navarrette Responds To Jokes
Inde Navarrette delivered a monologue addressing the specific comments made by Gillis during her appearance. She questioned if women had changed their dress code to look like whores in recent years. Gillis admitted he has no problem with how women dress at the gym today. He clarified that his comments were not intended to criticize female fitness choices generally.
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