Entertainment · Television & streaming · published 2026-10-14 · via Variety

Martha Plimpton Criticizes Shane Gillis's SNL Monologue, Says His Mother Should Discipline Him

Martha Plimpton has joined other celebrities in criticizing Shane Gillis's opening monologue on Saturday Night Live, which she called foolish. In an Instagram video, she said she had never heard of Gillis and described his remarks as stupid. She also suggested that his mother should discipline him.

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