Chelsea Handler SLAMS Comedians for 'Gross' Takeover of Kevin Hart's Roast
- The CONNECT Network

- May 21
- 1 min read
In a recent conversation on Deon Cole’s podcast Funny Knowing You, she shared her unfiltered reaction to the roast, which featured multiple high-profile comedians.
What Chelsea Handler said
Chelsea Handler criticized certain portions of the roast, specifically referencing:
Jokes she felt crossed the line into racially charged territory
Performances by comedians including Shane Gillis and Tony Hinchcliffe
What she described as an overall “gross” tone in parts of the show
A feeling that some material went too far for a mainstream platform
Her comments reflect ongoing debate about boundaries in modern comedy.
About the Netflix roast
Kevin Hart was the subject of the Netflix special The Roast of Kevin Hart, which:
Streamed globally on Netflix
Featured a lineup of well-known comedians and entertainers
Included edgy and controversial comedic material
Sparked mixed reactions from audiences and critics
Industry reaction
Handler’s remarks add to broader conversations about:
Where the line is drawn in roast comedy
How race and humor intersect on major streaming platforms
Audience sensitivity to provocative material
The evolving standards of comedy in 2026
Bottom line
Chelsea Handler has publicly criticized parts of Netflix’s The Roast of Kevin Hart, calling some jokes “gross” and singling out segments she felt crossed the line, fueling ongoing debate about comedy boundaries and accountability in roast-style entertainment.
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