The internet is an ocean of opinions and what went down earlier this week at the Golden Globes divided the ocean in two. Amidst the backlash we can see one side getting behind the ‘Bejeweled‘ popstar Taylor Swift and another shaming The show host Jo Koy for apologizing for his bad joke.
The Golden Globes 2024, has stirred a number of headlines since Jo Koy‘s hosting debut taking center stage. The comedian, who was already in the spotlight, faced a mixed response after making an NFL joke about pop sensation Swift, leading to a divided internet and a stern reaction from the singer herself.
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Jo Koy’s Playful Dig At Taylor Swift Creates Backlash
During his first-ever Golden Globes hosting gig, 52-year-old Jo Koy took a playful jab at Swift, or at the NFL as he kept on insisting. Koy quipped, “The big difference between the Golden Globes and the NFL? At the Golden Globes, we have fewer camera shots of Taylor Swift.”
Well, a bad joke is fine but Swift’s unamused expression after it went viral, drawing a line of sides on the internet polls.
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Jo Koy Explains His Joke’s Intent
In response to the online trolling and backlash, Koy issued a statement, asserting that his joke was aimed at the NFL, not Swift. Despite promptly apologizing during the event with a “Sorry about that,” Koy emphasized his support for Taylor in an interview with the LA Times.
“What hurts the most is me just supporting Taylor, I support her, I love her work. There’s no ill intent in that joke,” said the comedian, expressing his disappointment at the misunderstanding.
Internet’s Reaction To Jo Koy Responding To The Backlash
The internet quickly responded to Jo Koy’s clarification, showcasing a diverse range of opinions.
While some defended the comedian, labeling the incident as a harmless joke that wasn’t insulting, others criticized him for further embarrassment. One Facebook user wrote, “Stop further embarrassing yourself. What a pathetic ‘comedian’. It’s called a JOKE ppl & it wasn’t even insulting. Jeeze!”
Another said, “Ughh…DON’T apologize- makes it look worse than it was. A harmless joke. She should have laughed it off like everyone else, but maybe that comes with maturity…”
The controversy highlights the fine line comedians tread in the age of social media scrutiny, where intentions may be misconstrued, and jokes can trigger unexpected reactions.
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