See the Comedy Bits That Pushed Sean Spicer Out

A collection of the best late-nite hit pieces on the outgoing press secretary.

July 21, 2017 1:31 pm
Melissa McCarthy
Melissa McCarthy as White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer during 'Spicer Returns' in Studio 8H on May 13, 2017 (Photo by: Will Heath/NBC/NBCU Photo Bank via Getty Images)

White House press secretary Sean Spicer has resigned from his post following a disagreement with President Trump over the appointment of Anthony Scaramucci as communications director, the New York Times is reporting. Following this announcement, some are speculating Spicer might be relieved to be out of the spotlight — and especially the crosshairs of comedians.

Vanity Fair highlighted that Spicer naturally emerged as late night comedy’s favorite punching bag following the 2016 election. From Stephen Colbert’s “Late Show” jabs to Melissa McCarthy’s now-iconic portrayal of “Spicey” on the sketch comedy show, here’s a look at some of the most scathing Sean Spicer jokes.

Stephen Colbert’s “Lesson In Prepositions”

Seth Meyers’ “Late Night White House Press Briefing”

The Daily Show’s “Kindergarten Press Secretary”

Jimmy Kimmel’s “Drunk Sean Spicer”

Saturday Night Live’s “Sean Spicer Press Conference” starring Melissa McCarthy

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