Comedian Shane Gillis responds to criticism of a remark made by UFC fighter Josh Hokit during a White House UFC event. According to reports, Hokit makes a “Michelle Obama” joke, which some viewers describe as crude. Gillis later speaks with reporters about the comment and says he “didn’t like” it. The exchanges are discussed in coverage of the event, sometimes framed around the use of political references and the tone of jokes made in public settings.
Both outlets report that Gillis explicitly rejects the joke and characterizes his reaction as dislike, though they do not provide additional detail about the exact wording beyond general descriptions. The reporting indicates the remarks occur in the context of UFC programming at the White House, with Gillis and Hokit associated with the broader entertainment and sports event. Neither source attributes a formal complaint or disciplinary action, and no official response from the organizations is described in the coverage.
