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Let’s take a trip down memory lane, shall we? Today, we’re diving into the exciting world of Saturday Night Live (SNL). However, in this chapter, we focus on a name often left unsaid. Can you guess who? Correct, Shane Gillis!
Who Is Shane Gillis?
Wondering who Shane Gillis is? Well, he’s a bit like a ghost member of the SNL cast. He bagged a dream job at SNL in 2019, and just when the champagne corks were ready to pop, his past came back to haunt him. Not so cool, right?
Gillis had made some off-color remarks in his past, and when they surfaced, SNL chose to let him go. Picture this: you’re all set for your dream job and then, boom, it’s ripped away because of a past mistake. Talk about a rollercoaster!
The SNL Fallout
Guess who weighed in on Gillis’s hacky sack with fate? That’s right, Lorne Michaels, the man behind SNL. Michaels said in a Wall Street Journal interview that Gillis messed up, but felt the penalty was a touch too harsh. Michaels even expressed a wish that the audience got to witness the journey planned for Gillis on SNL.
But at the time of Gillis’ departure from SNL, a spokesperson for Michaels wasn’t so soft. They called Gillis’ comments offensive and inappropriate, even apologized for the oversight. Clearly, something was mixed up in SNL’s hiring process, wouldn’t you agree?
Gillis and Michaels, Friends or Foes?
Despite the fuss over Gillis’ exit, it seems that the dust has settled for Michaels and him. You might even say, they’ve watered the under-the-bridge plants. It’s surprising, but Michaels has even become one of Gillis’ backers, offering Gillis another SNL chance.
Gillis’s Career After SNL
And what do you think happened after Gillis’ SNL saga? Correct again, his career didn’t halt. Gillis’ career bounced back like a basketball. He starred in Pete Davidson’s Bupkis and even released two comedy specials. His most recent special, ‘Beautiful Dogs’, even got a spot on Netflix last year. Pretty impressive, huh?
There’s more. Gillis was reportedly in talks for a Quentin Tarantino movie, The Movie Critic, which didn’t materialize. Still, just being considered, that’s quite a feather in his cap, right?
A Lesson in Gillis’s Journey
So, what’s your take on this? Was it fair for SNL to let Gillis go, or did they overreact? In either case, Gillis’s story has something for all of us. Every stumble or mishap in our journey needn’t be the end. They can be like stepping stones to even better things. So, keep moving, even when life throws lemons, and sweet lemonade might just be around the corner!
To end this, remember Shane Gillis’ story. Like him, any one of us can turn things around after a setback. So, stay tuned and stay strong!
Remember, the rise, fall and rise again is the classic tale of life. And Gillis came back swinging just like a champ! So keep an eye out for more fascinating stories, and remember, everyone holds the power to craft their grand comeback, just like Shane did!
Check the full story on https://projectcasting.com/blog/news/shane-gillis-saturday-night-live