Shane Gillis Addresses ‘SNL’ Monologue Backlash, Says He Promised the Show There Would Be “No Controversy”

The Hollywood Reporter - Nov 14, 2026

“Not to defend 'SNL,' they don’t approve it. I mean, they could shut it down. They could, but you don’t write your set and give it to them. Unless you’re not a comedian," he said on a podcast.

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