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    Press Play with Madeleine Brand

    Shane Gillis returns to host SNL 5 years after firing

    Five years ago, Saturday Night Live fired comedian Shane Gillis after revelations that he made racist and homophobic jokes on his podcast. But this weekend, he's scheduled to host the iconic comedy show.

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    By Madeleine Brand • Feb 22, 2024 • 1 min read

    Five years ago, Saturday Night Live fired comedian Shane Gillis after revelations that he made racist and homophobic jokes on his podcast. But this weekend, he's scheduled to host the iconic comedy show.

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    The full episode

    3 of 4
    ‘Nǎi Nai and Wài Pó’: Oscar nominee shows special bond between grandmas
    1. 0:00Who could replace Adam Schiff in the House?
    2. 0:00‘Nǎi Nai and Wài Pó’: Grandmas show their close bond and infectious energy
    3. 8:25Shane Gillis returns to host SNL 5 years after firingYou’re reading this
    4. 17:52Weekend film reviews: ‘Drive-Away Dolls,’ About 'Dry Grasses’
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