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Kevin Brennan, a former ‘SNL’ writer and comedian, has drawn criticism for his insensitive comments regarding the passing of Matthew Perry. This behavior may shed light on why his showbiz success hasn’t been more substantial.
Kevin, who had a two-year stint as a writer for the renowned sketch comedy show, and was once a rising comic, took to Twitter over the weekend following the news of Perry’s death. He posted an extremely thoughtless message that mocked the late ‘Friends’ actor, writing, “DROWNED IN A HOT TUB. HAHAHAHA,” along with a link back to our story.
Although the tweet wasn’t widely seen – Kevin has around 5,900 followers – it left a sour impression on those who did encounter it. Many people called him out in the comments, condemning his insensitivity.
While Kevin’s relevance in the ’90s and early 2000s has waned, he maintains a famous connection to mainstream Hollywood through his younger brother, Neal Brennan, who co-created and wrote for ‘Chappelle’s Show.’ However, Kevin and Neal have been estranged for years, with Neal achieving significant success in the entertainment industry. Neal has written for numerous shows and even has his own Netflix comedy special, while Kevin hosts a relatively obscure podcast and occasionally performs at gigs.
It’s worth noting that Neal has distanced himself from Kevin, and based on recent interviews, it’s clear that their relationship is a sensitive topic. Kevin’s reaction to Perry’s passing demonstrates the stark contrast in their personalities.
Kevin’s crude remarks do not reflect Neal’s character, as Neal seems to focus on his work and does not discuss Perry or ‘Friends’ in the public eye. Kevin still appears to consider himself associated with stand-up comedy, often commenting on mainstream comedians who undoubtedly cross paths with Neal. Nevertheless, his behavior in this instance is far from a laughing matter, and Neal has not publicly reacted to his brother’s post.
