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ESPYs Host Levels Last Year's Emcee With Perfect Response To Terrible Joke: “SNL” star Marcello Hernández showed comic Shane Gillis how to get the job done.
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See All the Stars Arriving on the 2026 ESPYS Red Carpet: Hosted by Marcello Hernandez, the awards show will take place at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln ...
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Watch Marcello HernĂĄndez Confess to RosalĂ­a at Madison Square Garden: 'SNL' cast member Marcello HernĂĄndez appeared on stage during RosalĂ­a's show ...
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Harry Styles Catches Marcello Hernández Impersonating Him in ‘SNL’ Promo: Harry Styles catches Marcello Hernandez impersonating him in the 'SNL' promo ...
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Ex-ESPNer Sarah Spain slams Shane Gillis after polarizing ESPYs appearance: Count Sarah Spain among those who weren't impressed with Shane Gillis' ...
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Key FactsShane Gillis Sparks ESPYs Controversy with Bold Monologue
Jul 17, 2025 ¡ Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance ¡ Source: nypost.com
  • Shane Gillis launched the 33rd ESPY Awards with a sharp monologue targeting sports stars and political figures alike.

  • His jokes about Caitlin Clark, Aaron Rodgers, and Donald Trump drew both laughter and boos at Los Angeles' Dolby Theatre.

  • A punchline about Bill Belichick and his girlfriend was especially well received, while other remarks divided the audience.

  • The comedian ended by paying tribute to late Norm Macdonald, incorporating controversial themes into his closing remarks.
    • Travis Hunter won the Heisman Trophy this year. He’s the first defensive player since Charles Woodson to win the Heisman. Congratulations, Travis Hunter, winning the Heisman, that’s something they can never take away from you. Unless you kill your wife and a waiter, in which case, they can take that away from you.
    — Shane Gillis during his opening monologue at the 2025 ESPY Awards, referencing the Heisman Trophy and associated controversies.
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