VERIFIED QUOTE · reported 2026-10-12
“I’m happy to apologize to anyone who’s actually offended by anything I’ve said. My intention is never to hurt anyone, but I am trying to be the best comedian I can be, and sometimes that requires risks.”
Shane Gillis · said date not stated · reported 2026-10-12
Gillis issued this statement after being fired from SNL in 2019 before making his debut.
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