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Bowen Yang Denies Role in Gillis's SNL Firing

3/1/2025

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Bowen Yang has firmly rejected accusations that he played a role in Shane Gillis's 2019 firing from Saturday Night Live, which followed the resurfacing of Gillis's offensive remarks. Despite the backlash, Gillis is set to make a comeback as host on March 1, 2024, stirring up mixed emotions among fans and critics alike.

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Bowen Yang has firmly rejected accusations that he played a role in Shane Gillis's 2019 firing from Saturday Night Live, which followed the resurfacing of Gillis's offensive remarks. Despite the backlash, Gillis is set to make a comeback as host on March 1, 2024, stirring up mixed emotions among fans and critics alike.