Dan Levy, known for his role in ‘Schitt’s Creek’, recently criticized comedian Shane Gillis for remarks made during a ‘Saturday Night Live’ monologue. Levy accused Gillis of exhibiting misogyny and linked his comments to the broader societal issue of sexual assault. Levy argued that by allowing such remarks to go unchallenged, men contribute to an environment where women are objectified and assaulted.
Levy, who hosted ‘SNL’ in 2021, shared a video on Instagram expressing his disapproval of Gillis’ comments. He emphasized the need for more men to oppose such behavior, stating, ‘it’s complacency that has created the environment in which women are sexually assaulted.’
During his third appearance as ‘SNL’ host, Shane Gillis made controversial jokes about women’s gym attire. He described women’s workout clothing in a derogatory manner, leading to widespread criticism. Gillis said, ‘I didn’t know women just dress like whores now?’ These comments sparked an online debate about misogyny and women’s rights.
Levy rejected Gillis’ suggestions, emphasizing that women’s choice of clothing at the gym does not justify derogatory labels. ‘Women wearing short shorts at the gym does not make them whores,’ Levy stated. He highlighted how such perceptions reveal a broader societal issue with how men view women.
President of the Don’t L.A. My Burbank PAC, Lisa Cusack, responded to Levy’s criticism. Cusack argued that noticing revealing clothing does not necessarily equate to misogyny. She suggested that in today’s society, women feel pressure to compete with sexualized images on social media.
Levy continued his appeal for action, calling on men to challenge objectification in media and entertainment. He emphasized that these issues affect everyone and not only women. Levy stated, ‘They are not objects. They are superior human beings to men.’
Cusack, offering a different viewpoint, commented on modern cultural norms regarding sexuality. She highlighted how contemporary culture often strips down to its most basic and vulgar forms, losing mystery and glamour along the way.
Fox News Digital attempted to get comments from NBC and Gillis’ team but received no response. CJ Womack, an associate editor with years of experience in news analysis, reported on this issue. Womack joined Fox News Digital’s team in 2026 after graduating from Long Beach State University.
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