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The landscape was not without its controversies. In 2019, Shane Gillis was abruptly dismissed due to past racially insensitive remarks, demonstrating the careful scrutiny cast members face in an age of heightened awareness and social responsibility.
A Show of Change: The Nature of SNL’s Evolution
The history of such firings can even be traced back to the show's early days, including the fallout from Charles Rocket's infamous F-bomb incident during a live broadcast, which led to a mass exodus of the original cast. This moment shone a light on how fragile the balance of comedy can be within television networks.