‘SNL’ and Shane Gillis get backlash for ‘rape culture’ jokes during a national conversation about sexual assault

Shane Gillis faced significant backlash after hosting Saturday Night Live, where his opening monologue included jokes targeting women. During a segment about gym visits, Gillis claimed women now dress like whores, sparking accusations of promoting rape culture and misogyny. Various comedians and actors, including Dan Levy and Phoebe Robinson, publicly condemned the remarks as sexist. The controversy emerged during a broader national conversation regarding sexual assault, leading to widespread criticism of both Gillis and SNL.