Comedian Jim Gaffigan set Hollywood ablaze with a “pedophile” jab at the 2024 Golden Globe Awards on Sunday, following last week's headline-grabbing Jeffrey Epstein list revelations.
What are the details?
Gaffigan presented the first-ever Stand-Up Comedy on Television Award for Best Performance. decision maker reportedAnd in the midst of his deadpan riff, the comic dropped the following bombshell on Tinseltown:
“I can't believe I'm in the entertainment industry, it's impossible,” Gaffigan said. “You know, it's highly unlikely. I'm from a small town in Indiana. I'm not a pedophile. … I don't know if that's a new category here. yeah…”
Laughter and even some applause could be heard from the crowd after Gaffigan said the “pedophile” part of the joke.
Critics have called for the release of the names of politicians and celebrities who may have been involved in a minor sex-trafficking ring run by Mr. Epstein and his associate Ghislaine Maxwell. A third set of documents totaling approximately 1,300 pages has been released relating to the crimes. Defamation lawsuit against Maxwell by one of Epstein's victims.
The decision-maker noted that Mr. Gaffigan added: And finally, you guys decided to invite some talented people. ”
According to the outlet, Gaffigan quickly read out the names of the award nominees: Trevor Noah, Chris Rock, Amy Schumer, Sarah Silverman, Wanda Sykes, Ricky Gervais, and the award goes to Gervais. He added that it was awarded for the special feature “Ricky Gervais: Armageddon.” ”
In 2020, Gervais became a hot topic for his take-no-prisoners monologue at the Golden Globe Awards, in which he massacred left-wing celebrity culture.
How are people reacting to Gaffigan's jokes?
Gaffigan has expressed disdain for former President Donald Trump and support for President Joe Biden, and many people who responded to Gaffigan's “pedophile” joke highlighted the comedian's politics.
- “LOL! He's a lefty who hates Trump but he has money to spare there,” one commenter said. I have written.
- “He hates Trump,” said another commenter. Said. “I wish I could support him.”
- Another commenter said: “I loved Gaffigan until he announced he was supporting Joe Biden in 2020.” declared.
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