Shane Gillis hosts third SNL episode, drops uncensored f-bomb on live NBC broadcast
The comedian fronted the Oct. 10 show with Rosalía as musical guest. His monologue drew a harsh review, and a stray expletive aired uncensored during a Dr. Seuss sketch.
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What happened
Shane Gillis hosted Saturday Night Live on Oct. 10, with Rosalía as the musical guest, for the third time since being fired from the show in 2019. One review said he struggled through a meandering monologue. He later accidentally said the f-word in a Dr. Seuss sketch, and it aired live on NBC uncensored.
Why it matters
The slip went out on live network television without being censored, and one outlet suggested it could cost money.
Timeline
- Oct 10, 1:52 PM ET: Shane Gillis was announced as host of the Season 52, Episode 3 SNL, with Rosalía as musical guest.
- Oct 10: Gillis hosted the live episode and accidentally dropped an f-bomb in a Dr. Seuss sketch that aired uncensored on NBC.
- Oct 11, 12:00 AM ET: His monologue was panned as meandering and a struggle.
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