During his monologue, Gillis was pointing out some of the stars in attendance at the event. When he introduced WNBA legend Diana Taurasi, he mispronounced her first name as "Deanna." That prompted ...

The unsavory dig sparked outrage from social media users.

Comedian Shane Gillis' opening monologue as host of the ESPYS went over awkwardly in front of some of the biggest names in ...

Comedian Shane Gillis ’ opening monologue as host of the ESPYS went over awkwardly in front of some of the biggest names in ...

Host Shane Gillis brought his combative humor to the monologue of the ESPY Awards, drawing a mixed response on a night ...

Comedian Shane Gillis' hosting duties at the 2025 ESPY awards show got off to a poor start. Early on, he called out various famous faces in the Los Angeles Dolby Theatre crowd, including retired WNBA ...