SNL Stars Condemn Shane Gillis’ Controversial Monologue on Women

SNL stars and alums speak out against Shane Gillis' sexist remarks during his monologue, sparking online outrage.

October 14, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — New York, United States — A recent appearance by comedian Shane Gillis on Saturday Night Live ignited widespread criticism after he made offensive remarks about women during his monologue.

Gillis, 38, faced backlash for stating that women at the gym dress like wh***s now, a comment that sparked immediate online outrage. His remarks were followed by an accidental use of a profanity in a Dr. Seuss-themed skit, further fueling the controversy.

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Several SNL stars and alumni, including Michael Che and Ego Nwodim, responded to the incident. Che, who is promoting his new Netflix special, expressed frustration over the attention Gillis’s comments have drawn. Nwodim shared a gym selfie with the caption Wh*** reporting for duty, while Dan Levy criticized the language used to describe women, linking it to broader issues of misogyny and sexual assault.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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