Hollywood writers can’t seem to resist taking shots at conservative voices. From late-night comedy to animated shows, the entertainment industry often treats right-leaning Americans as easy punchlines rather than people with valid perspectives.

When celebrities face mockery, they typically respond with anger or silence. But there’s a better way to handle these situations that proves conservatives have both backbone and humor.

Conservative commentator Ben Shapiro recently found himself portrayed on the animated show “Family Guy.” Instead of getting upset, Shapiro responded with good humor, sharing the clip on social media with a witty comeback.

From Daily Wire:
Daily Wire co-founder Ben Shapiro reacted with good humor after being referenced on Sunday night’s episode of the adult animated comedy, “Family Guy.”

“Happy to hear I was on Family Guy last night, but bummed the entire scene didn’t make the cut, so watch to the end of the clip,” the conservative commentator shared on X.

He also reacted to one specific line of the bit, writing, “BTW my new book Lions and Scavengers is coming out 9/2 and you’ll be number 3, dumb dog.”

Happy to hear I was on Family Guy last night, but bummed the entire scene didn’t make the cut, so watch to the end of the clip. BTW my new book Lions and Scavengers is coming out 9/2 and you’ll be number 3, dumb dog. pic.twitter.com/cWXqHofdIm

— Ben Shapiro (@benshapiro) July 14, 2025

In the Family Guy scene, the character Brian complains about conservatives boosting his book sales. The show then portrays Shapiro with a book titled “Tyranny: How the Radical Left Made Me Bad at Sex.” The extended clip Shapiro shared included his cartoon character critiquing the show itself.

Taking The High Road

Shapiro’s followers loved his lighthearted response. “Even when they cut the scene, you still stole the show,” wrote one fan. Others called his reaction “iconic” and praised him for his sense of humor.

This approach shows how conservatives can win cultural battles without playing the victim. By laughing along and responding with wit rather than outrage, Shapiro turned potential mockery into positive publicity for his upcoming book.

“Lions and Scavengers: The True Story of America (and Her Critics)” releases September 2, 2025, and represents Shapiro’s first book in four years. He has called it his “most important book, certainly my most passionate.”

While Hollywood may continue its pattern of mocking conservative voices, Shapiro’s response offers a masterclass in how to rise above it. With grace, humor, and confidence, conservatives can show that character still matters in American culture—something that resonates far more than any cartoon joke.

Key Takeaways

• Ben Shapiro turned potential mockery into positive publicity by responding with humor instead of outrage
• Conservatives can effectively counter liberal media bias by demonstrating grace and wit rather than victimhood
• Supporting conservative voices and publications offers an important alternative to mainstream entertainment
• Shapiro’s upcoming book “Lions and Scavengers” releases September 2, 2025

Sources: Daily Wire