Comedian Shane Gillis roasted sports' biggest stars while battling boos and silence from the Dolby Theater audience during his monologue at the 2025 ESPYS on Wednesday, July 16.

The ESPYS celebrated the biggest names in sports with professional athletes and humanitarians recognized for their achievements on and off the field.

Simone Biles and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Dominate at 2025 ESPYS originally appeared on L.A. Mag.

Host Shane Gillis brought his combative humor to the monologue of the ESPY Awards, drawing a mixed response on a night dominated by female winners.

The stand-up comedian made waves this week when he took to the stage to host the ESPY awards, although many of his jokes have divided the nation

Comedian Shane Gillis hosted the awards ceremony, presented by ESPN, on Wednesday night live from The Dolby Theater in Los Angeles.

Hollywood got its game on as the 2025 ESPY Awards were handed out Wednesday at the home of the Oscars.

Biles earned two major awards, Gilgeous-Alexander was crowned Best Male Athlete, and Oscar Robertson received the Arthur Ashe Award for Courage.