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Shane Gillis Links Chelsea Handler to Jeffrey Epstein at Kevin Hart Roast
Gillis’ Epstein and Zionism remarks drew immediate backlash, and Handler answered onstage as clips spread widely online.
- On Sunday, May 10, 2026, comedian Shane Gillis introduced actress Chelsea Handler with provocative remarks at Netflix's Roast of Kevin Hart, calling her a 'Zionist' and referencing her 2010 attendance at a dinner hosted by Jeffrey Epstein.
- Handler has previously acknowledged attending the 2010 gathering at Jeffrey Epstein's New York residence in podcast interviews, describing it as unusual; attendees reportedly included Woody Allen, Katie Couric, Prince Andrew, and Soon-Yi Previn.
- Gillis joked, 'Chelsea is a Zionist. Speaking of dead kids, she's a big fan of abortions,' while Handler responded directly, stating, 'Judaism and Zionism are two different things. Just like how Chinatown and Koreatown are two different things, but your favorite slur works in both places.'
- Clips circulated widely across X and TikTok, with Handler's name trending as audience members posted she appeared 'legit pis**d' during the set; Handler then targeted fellow roaster Tony Hinchcliffe with sharp criticism.
- The term 'Zionist' carries heightened political weight in 2026, with some viewers interpreting Gillis's remarks as targeting Handler's pro-Israel stance; Handler stated she is 'pro-Palestinian and anti-Hamas,' arguing that supporting Israel's right to exist does not mean endorsing every government action.
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Shane Gillis Links Chelsea Handler to Jeffrey Epstein at Kevin Hart Roast
Photo Credit: Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images for Netflix All bets were off during the roast of Kevin Hart. Arguably, the most brutal disses for the big comedy special came courtesy of Shane Gillis. The 38-year-old comic and podcaster had Chelsea Handler in his crosshairs when he took to the stage. Shane called out the host of shows like Chelsea and Chelsea Lately, and her previous meetup with a late pedophile. Years ago Chelsea met Jeffrey Epstei…
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