Rob Schneider is considered to be blacklisted in Hollywood largely due to controversies surrounding his anti-vaccine stance, offensive jokes, and comments that many see as crossing the line into offensive territory. His anti-vaccine comments and opposition to mask-wearing during the COVID-19 pandemic have drawn significant backlash. Additionally, his comedy has been criticized for being outdated and offensive, including jokes about women, transgender people, and ethnic groups. These factors have led to walkouts during his live shows, commercial disruptions (such as an insurance company pulling ads featuring him), and a decline in mainstream appeal outside of frequent collaborations with Adam Sandler. Schneider himself has expressed that getting upset reactions means he is "doing it right," and he views criticism as part of cancel culture, which he opposes. His career has suffered as a result, with fewer roles and diminished audience reception beyond Sandler's projects.
