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Shane Gillis Roasts Epstein, January 6th, and Celebrities at the ESPYs

Benny JohnsonJuly 17, 202511 min103,264 views
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Shane Gillis's Controversial ESPYs Monologue

  • 🎀 Shane Gillis delivered a monologue at the ESPYs that captured the cultural moment, drawing comparisons to Ricky Gervais for his willingness to tackle sensitive topics.
  • πŸ’‘ The comedian was noted for his ability to deliver jokes that were both funny and truthful, resonating with audiences who felt he was "in control culturally."
  • ⚠️ Gillis's performance included jokes about January 6th being staged and an Epstein joke that was humorously described as having been "deleted."

Targeting Celebrities and Athletes

  • 🎯 Gillis made jokes about the Diddy afterparties, suggesting they were ruined and no longer allowed.
  • 🎭 He also targeted the WNBA, creating a fake player, Britney Hicks, to highlight a perceived lack of audience knowledge about the league.
  • πŸ€ A joke about Caitlin Clark suggested she would end up working at Waffle House to continue her love for "fist fighting black women" after her WNBA career.

Encounter with Donald Trump

  • 🀝 Gillis recounted an anecdote about sneaking into Donald Trump's suite at a Super Bowl game.
  • πŸ—£οΈ He described Trump giving him a compliment, calling him "huge," and then standing next to him for an extended period.
  • ⚽ The comedian also shared a story about Trump interacting with the president of FIFA, dismissing him with an "Ew" after bragging about securing the World Cup.

Comedy and Cultural Commentary

  • πŸ˜‚ The video highlights the audience's reaction to Gillis's jokes, noting that some reactions were muted, while others were enthusiastic.
  • 🌟 Gillis's performance is framed as a return of "real comedy" and a sign that "we are the culture now."
  • πŸ“Ί The host suggests that if viewers were offended by Gillis's jokes, they likely aren't enjoyable company, emphasizing the comedian's hilarious nature.
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