ESPN apologized to Aaron Rodgers, and Jimmy Kimmel said, “I'm sure he sincerely wishes.” [Jeffrey Epstein’s client list] will not appear,'' aired on “The Pat McAfee Show'' earlier this week.
ESPN's Mike Foss said, “Aaron made a stupid, untrue joke about Jimmy Kimmel. That shouldn't have happened. Everyone realized that moment.” front office sports.
Mr. Rogers appeared on the show earlier this week as part of his weekly appearance and criticized the comedian, leading to the late night talk show host's name appearing on the late convicted sex offender's client list. He said he was deaf.
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Aaron Rodgers of the New York Jets before a game against the Los Angeles Chargers at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey on November 6, 2023. (Rich Graessle/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
“A lot of people, including Jimmy Kimmel, really hope this never happens,” Rogers said. “I’m telling you, when that list comes out, I’m definitely going to open some bottles.”
The former McAfee indianapolis colts Punter apologized for “participating” in the drama that ensued.
“Obviously we don't like the fact that we've been associated with anything negative,” McAfee said. “We want our show to be uplifting, happy, fun. But that's because we talk about it and try to downplay everything. Obviously. Sometimes people get very angry, especially when the allegations are that serious.
Aaron Rodgers and Jimmy Kimmel are feuding. (Getty Images)
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“Hopefully those two can work this out.”
Kimmel expressed his disappointment with the four-time MVP.
“Dear Ash —: For the record, I have never met, flown with, visited, or had any contact with Epstein. Also, I have never met, flown with, visited, or had any contact with Epstein. Also, I have no “list” other than obviously bogus nonsense. My name isn't even on it. -It seems like dumb weirdos like you can't tell the difference between reality and reality. ” he said. Posted on X (formerly Twitter).
“Your reckless statements put my family at risk. Please continue and we will further discuss the facts in court.”
Host Jimmy Kimmel speaks at the Oscar Awards ceremony in Los Angeles on March 4, 2018. (Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP, File)
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About 200 names previously redacted from court documents in the case against Epstein's ex-girlfriend and accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell will be made public after a federal judge in New York ordered them unsealed last month. is what happened.
Fox News' Ryan Gaydos and Michael Ruiz contributed to this report.
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