Ego Nwodim Responds to Shane Gillis' Gym Joke on SNL
SNL cast member Ego Nwodim posted on Instagram criticizing Shane Gillis' remarks about women at the gym, while other public figures also condemned the comments.
Comedian Shane Gillis faced criticism after making a joke about women’s gym attire during his monologue on Saturday Night Live. Gillis said, "I haven’t been to the gym in so long, I didn’t know women just dress like whores now..." The comment sparked backlash from viewers and fellow entertainers.
Former SNL cast member Ego Nwodim reacted on Instagram, sharing a gym photo with the caption, "Whore reporting for duty," and later posting a picture of her post-workout meal with a remark about protein intake. Nwodim, who was on the show from 2018 through 2025, used the platform to call out Gillis' remarks.
Actor and writer Dan Levy also denounced the joke, writing on Instagram that women wearing short shorts does not make them "whores" and that labeling them as such reflects misogyny. He added that such attitudes contribute to a culture that tolerates sexual assault.
The incident highlights ongoing debates about gender representation and humor on live television.