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Iliza Shlesinger Urges Gen Z to Appreciate Millennials

11/10/2025

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Iliza Shlesinger, a comedian, released a viral TikTok video addressing the generational divide between millennials and Gen Z.
She critiques Gen Z's treatment of millennials, quoting "You are not nice" and noting challenges like job scarcity.
Shlesinger says millennials laid the groundwork for social media and urges Gen Z to appreciate their contributions.
She concludes millennials are allies to Gen Z, ready to support them while facing their own struggles.

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Story summary

Iliza Shlesinger, a comedian, released a viral TikTok video addressing the generational divide between millennials and Gen Z.
She critiques Gen Z's treatment of millennials, quoting "You are not nice" and noting challenges like job scarcity.
Shlesinger says millennials laid the groundwork for social media and urges Gen Z to appreciate their contributions.
She concludes millennials are allies to Gen Z, ready to support them while facing their own struggles.