Chelsea Handler Slams Shane Gillis, Tony Hinchcliffe as 'Racists'
Variety • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Chelsea Handler criticized comedians Shane Gillis and Tony Hinchcliffe for making racist and sexist jokes during "The Roast of Kevin Hart," calling some jokes, including one about lynching, gross and unacceptable.
- Handler also condemned jokes about Sheryl Underwood’s late husband, who died by suicide, though Underwood herself stated she was not offended and approved the humor.
- Handler expressed disappointment that the roast's tone was disrespectful to Kevin Hart, suggesting he deserved a more elevated event.
- Shane Gillis dismissed Handler's comments sarcastically and promoted his upcoming show, while also releasing a podcast episode with Underwood, who defended the use of uncomfortable humor to alleviate tension.