John Cleese, a member of Monty Python, claims that the comedy group was one of the first targets of cancel culture in the 1970s, particularly due to their film "Life of Brian" which offended some Christians. Cleese believes that comedy is important in challenging closed systems of thought, but cutting-edge comedy becomes difficult if comedians are banned for life. However, critics argue that Monty Python was not truly silenced and continued to have successful projects after the controversy. Cleese has recently joined GB News to produce a talk show, but the outlet may face penalties for breaching U.K. impartiality rules.

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