Shane Gillis to Host SNL, Sparking Debate

Nearly five years after being fired for offensive remarks, comedian Shane Gillis is invited back to host Saturday Night Live, eliciting mixed reactions.

Shane Gillis, previously fired from SNL in 2019 for making offensive comments, is set to host the show on February 24, 2024.
The decision to bring Gillis back has sparked mixed reactions online, with some questioning the choice given his past controversies.
Gillis was initially fired for using racist and homophobic slurs in a podcast, which surfaced shortly after his hiring.
Following his firing, Gillis expressed that he respects SNL's decision and emphasized his role as a comedian who pushes boundaries.
Gillis' return to SNL is part of a history where previously fired cast members have been invited back to host.