Megyn Kelly added another slap to Usher’s halftime show by slamming the NFL for forcing the “so-called Negro national anthem” on viewers watching Super Bowl III on Sunday.
During the Kansas City Chiefs’ 25-22 overtime victory over the San Francisco 49ers, singer Andra Day performed a black-and-white song, officially known as “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” as part of an in-game diatribe. After singing the hymn, the outspoken podcaster criticized X. .
It’s “not appropriate for the Super Bowl. We already have a national anthem and it includes everyone.” Former Fox host I have written.
Kelly’s post drew heavy criticism from some commenters, who said it was a blatant display of “racism.”
“We’re watching sports that are dominated by black athletes. Who decided they should have a voice? Hold on to your pearls tighter.” 1 user replied.
“Good thing you’re too stupid to hide your racism,” said another, while yet another said, “Sit down, Karen. I’m a veteran so I’m not worried in the slightest.” ”
Some people supported Kelly, calling the black national anthem “a set up to promote racism.”
The host of “The Megyn Kelly Show” also slammed Usher’s halftime show.
“I don’t care about Usher or this halftime show. But I’m grateful that I didn’t see someone’s vagus nerves on the screen while my kids innocently waited for the soccer game to start.” Hello J.Lo and Shakira,” Kelly shared. In subsequent X posts.
While some agreed, calling Usher’s 13-minute performance “PG,” other onlookers once again applauded Kelly and bashed him for making negative comments about the match.
“I really can’t understand how people can be so miserable.” one user wrote.
“She’s live-tweeting her observations about a game that probably everyone hates.” another said.
still another Added: “Shut up, little girl.”
Kelly also made headlines after Chiefs star tight end Travis Kelce became emotional during the second quarter and was seen screaming at head coach Andy Reid on the sideline. also expressed his opinion.
“For those of us who don’t play football, it wasn’t a bueno, was it?” Kelly asked a question.
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“Everything you posted tonight was horrible,” said another user. Said Kelly posted throughout the night, including criticism of the color of rival teams’ uniforms.
“I wish the uniforms were more distinct between the teams. I keep thinking that the Chiefs are the Niners and vice versa and that ruins my rooting karma.” SiriusXM host said.
In the next post, She also gave advice NFL: “K, when Travis isn’t doing something special, he doesn’t need to see Taylor.”
Kelly also wasn’t impressed with the Discover commercial starring Jennifer Coolidge, but gave a thumbs up to the T-Mobile ad starring Bradley Cooper and his mother and the BMW ad starring Christopher Walken. Gave.
Overall, the list of highly anticipated Super Bowl commercials was “no risk taken at all,” Kelly said.
“Remember when they mildly offended us to make us laugh? I miss that.” she Added.
Kelly said even the final touchdown of the game wasn’t up to par.
“Was that the end? I felt like I was interrupted by an ad.” kelly said After the Chiefs’ Mecole Hardman caught the game-ending touchdown in overtime.
In the post after the game, User asks Kellywhile saying, “How drunk are you now?” another said Her comments throughout the night were “very ill-judged.”
