Comedian Handler calls roast material 'gross,' 'vile'

Comedian Chelsea Handler recently voiced strong disapproval of the material presented at a Netflix roast honoring Kevin Hart. Handler described some of the jokes as "vile" and "gross," specifically calling out instances involving references to lynching and making light of a suicide victim.

Handler shared her experience on Deon Cole's podcast, stating that the roast's atmosphere was marred by offensive content. She noted that while a roast can be edgy, certain jokes crossed a line, particularly those targeting sensitive subjects like violence against Black people or personal tragedies.

She contrasted this with her own interactions, mentioning that some comedians, like Shane Gillis, referenced her past with Jeffrey Epstein and made accusations of Zionism. Handler suggested that this type of humor attempts to court a specific online demographic. She felt the overall quality of the roast was diminished, believing Hart deserved a more sophisticated and respectful tribute.