Entertainment
Matt Rife’s Controversial Joke Won’t Stop His Career As He Stands Up to Cancel Culture
SNL No Longer the Deciding Factor for Young Talent
A PR expert warns Matt Rife won't be hosting "Saturday Night Live" anytime soon after telling an inappropriate joke. However, the truth is that "SNL" no longer makes or breaks young talent.
Comedian Shane Gillis' Success After "SNL"
Heck, comedian Shane Gillis' career soared after "SNL" fired him for telling inappropriate jokes. Gillis doesn't need a fading institution like "SNL" to sell out clubs nationwide.
Inappropriate Joke in Netflix Special
What was Rife's "thought crime?" He told a domestic abuse joke near the start of his new Netflix special. Rife jokes, "Yeah, but I feel like if she could cook, she wouldn't have that black eye."
Journalists Overreact
Button-pushing stand-ups know their bond with the audience matters more than any easily offended social media scold. Yet journalists acted as if Rife dropped the "n-word," trashed his hotel room, and sexually assaulted a comedy club server.
Rife's Reaction to Backlash
What really infuriated journalists? Rife's reaction. He didn't beg for forgiveness or vow to be an "ally." He doubled down, posting a faux apology on his Instagram page that steered users to a link where they can purchase helmets made for special-needs people.
Netflix's Stance on Controversial Comedy
Netflix previously stood behind Dave Chappelle and Ricky Gervais after their controversial jokes. There's zero chance the streaming channel will snip the offensive gag out of Rife's "Natural Selection."
Cancel Culture Takes a Hit
Cancel Culture has taken a hit from the Left in recent weeks. Given that climate, and the fact that Rife likely increased his following by standing up to woke scolds, this might be the biggest week of the comic's career.
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