But, at the awards ceremony that cemented Macdonald ’ s legacy as the greatest Simpson-roaster in history, Gillis ’ choice to end the monologue on one more murder joke fit like a glove.

Gillis ended his monologue by referencing an old Macdonald joke that he used when he hosted the ESPYs — taking aim at O.J. Simpson. Gillis reworked the joke to fit into 2025.

Gillis wrapped things up with a tribute to the late comedian and “Saturday Night Live” star Norm Macdonald. Macdonald hosted the ESPYs in 1998 and also did a roasting monologue.

It’s not often that we see an Saturday Night Live host apologize for their jokes midway through a monologue, but Shane Gillis managed that rare feat during an awkward performance to open ...