Comedian Mario Cantone said that he was scheduled to appear on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson but was canceled because of a homophobic talent coordinator. Cantone is best known for his stand-up comedy and for playing Anthony Marentino on Sex and the City. He was talking to Allison Kugel on her podcast when he brought up the old story of anti-gay discrimination. Your comedy has a gay edge to it, and I think it’s going to make Johnny nervous, so I’m going to cancel you. Cantone also talked about his relationship with his husband, Jerry Dixon.

Source: The Nation February 13, 2022 22:17 UTC