David Gillis

David Gillis is an accomplished musician and songwriter, having earned himself numerous accolades and awards for his work.

He is also a standup comedian, earning critical acclaim for his unique and unpredictable comedy style.

Early Life and Education

Gillis was raised in a family of musical extroverts. He enjoyed daydreaming and drawing pictures, but never particularly interested in school.

He began listening to stand-up comedy in the early 2000s and quickly discovered that practice made perfect. While he had some George Carlin CDs, he was more drawn to energetic comedians such as Carlos Mencia and Dane Cook.

In 2019, he was announced as a new cast member on the NBC sketch comedy series Saturday Night Live. However, four days later he was fired due to backlash over a clip from one of his podcast episodes from 2018.

Professional Career

David Gillis has been an experienced real estate and hospitality industry professional for over a decade. Recently, he was appointed managing broker of Long & Foster Real Estate’s Woodbridge/Prince William Parkway office in Virginia.

He enjoys a well-earned reputation within the community and is actively involved in several local organizations. When not working, he enjoys riding his motorcycle and spending quality time with family & friends.

He represents clients in Personal Injury – General: Plaintiff cases and Criminal Defense matters in Florida. Additionally, he is a member of the American Bar Association (ABA).

Achievements and Honors

David Gillis is an acclaimed musician, having achieved success both as a guitarist and songwriter. He has received numerous awards and been featured in American guitar publications.

He has been an inspiring member of his community and involved in many initiatives to make a positive impact on the world. He was an amazing person to have in your life and will be missed by all who knew him.

David Gillis was an incredibly kind and generous man who gave of himself almost without fail. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, fishing, hunting and gardening; in short he lived life to the fullest.

Personal Life

Gillis was a legendary figure in hockey history. He served as general manager of the Vancouver Canucks from 2008 until 2011, serving the organization with distinction.

Gillis was a dedicated husband and father in his personal life. He enjoyed spending time with his family, traveling, and participating in many recreational activities.

He enjoyed playing hockey, fishing and hunting. Additionally, he was an avid sports fan who particularly enjoyed watching NHL games.

He is survived by his wife Sally; children Emily Allaby (Michael) of Saint John and Matthew Gillis of Moncton; sisters Shirley Mackin, Theresa Cummings and Margaret Gaudet (Ron); nieces and nephews; as well as his brother-in-law Paul Mackin. He will be greatly missed by all his many friends.

Net Worth

Gillis, born in Canada, is a former professional ice hockey player who served as president and general manager of the Vancouver Canucks from 2008 to 2011. His net worth is estimated at $5 million. Additionally, he was an NHL player agent representing stars such as Pavel Bure, Markus Naslund, and Bobby Holik.

Gillis began his junior hockey career with the Kingston Canadians of the Ontario Major Junior Hockey League (OMJHL). In 1978 he was selected in the first round, fifth overall by the Colorado Rockies in the NHL Entry Draft and spent 29 games with them; additionally he played for Fort Worth Texans of the Canadian Hockey League and scored 22 points in 29 matches.