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Maine politician Platner apologized for past controversial Reddit comments, acknowledging they stemmed from a low point in his life and distancing himself from earlier divisive statements, as he faces scrutiny from political opponents.
A Bob Vylan concert in the Netherlands was canceled after the band made controversial remarks about Charlie Kirk, a US political commentator who was recently assassinated, leading to protests and venue cancellations due to the offensive nature of their comments and the broader political context.
Mel Owens, the new Golden Bachelor, addressed controversy over his previous comments about preferring women aged 45-60, which he apologized for after realizing they were inappropriate. He explained his remarks stemmed from a lack of understanding of the show's age dynamics and emphasized his respect for the contestants. Owens also shared his hopes for finding a fit, energetic partner and received mixed reactions from fans and colleagues. The show is set to return this fall on ABC.
98.5 The Sports Hub host Fred Toucher is facing backlash for making disparaging comments about basketball legend Bill Walton the day after Walton's death. Toucher called Walton a "phony hippie" and replayed a 2010 interview where he hung up on Walton. Toucher later acknowledged the poor timing of his remarks but has been heavily criticized on social media and by other sports radio hosts.
Ana Navarro, co-host of "The View," criticized former President Trump for his comments referring to undocumented immigrants as "not people," stating that it puts a target on Latinos and could incite violence. Trump's remarks at a rally sparked widespread backlash, with him also predicting a "blood bath" if he loses the presidential election.
Miriam Margolyes expressed concern for adult Harry Potter fans, stating that they should have moved on from the franchise by now. She also shared her discomfort with fans' continued obsession, particularly in the context of Harry Potter-themed weddings. Margolyes' comments come as the Harry Potter series is being adapted into a new TV series, and she has previously made headlines for accusing Steve Martin of "horrid" behavior on the set of Little Shop of Horrors, a claim that Martin has denied.
GOP House candidate JR Majewski drops out of the Ohio House race after facing backlash for disparaging Special Olympics athletes and making controversial comments. His remarks, including derogatory language toward individuals with special needs, led to swift condemnation from fellow Republicans and his subsequent decision to suspend his campaign. This comes after previous controversies, including lying about serving in Afghanistan and flirting with the QAnon conspiracy theory. His withdrawal is likely to be a relief for national GOP leadership, who have recruited state Rep. Derek Merrin to run for the seat.
J.R. Majewski has suspended his campaign for Ohio’s 9th Congressional district, just days after stating he would stay in the race. This decision follows his censure by local GOP leadership for making disparaging comments about Special Olympians. Despite apologizing for the comments, he cited concerns about the "Deep State" fighting against him as a reason for suspending his campaign. Early voting in the primary election is already underway, and his name will still appear on the Republican ballot.
The Green Bay school district released a recording of its first Black superintendent, Claude Tiller Jr., making blunt comments about race relations and criticizing the community during an appearance on an Atlanta radio show, leading to his resignation. Tiller referred to a female principal using disparaging language and made comments about the predominantly white community, as well as his experiences as a Black educational leader. Tiller's remarks sparked controversy and ultimately led to his resignation from the school district.
Vanderpump Rules star Katie Maloney shaded her ex-husband Tom Schwartz after his friend Tom Sandoval made controversial comments in a recent interview, comparing the public's reaction to his affair to major pop culture events like the George Floyd case and the O.J. Simpson trial. Maloney called out Schwartz and questioned his defense of Sandoval, while Sandoval later apologized for his remarks.
Reality TV star Tom Sandoval made controversial comparisons between the media attention on his cheating scandal and high-profile events like the O.J. Simpson trial and George Floyd's murder, acknowledging the inappropriateness of his remarks. A profile detailing Sandoval's navigation of the scandal and industry reactions also revealed his perception of receiving more hate than convicted rapist Danny Masterson. Following backlash, Sandoval issued an apology for his comments.
"Vanderpump Rules" star Tom Sandoval apologizes for comparing the media attention on his affair to O.J. Simpson's trial and George Floyd's murder, acknowledging that the comparison was inappropriate and ignorant. His comments sparked backlash from fans and fellow Bravo stars, with many calling out the egregious comparison, especially during Black History Month. Sandoval's affair with Raquel Leviss ended his long-term relationship with costar Ariana Madix.
Tom Sandoval, star of Vanderpump Rules, has apologized for comparing his recent cheating scandal to George Floyd and O.J. Simpson in a New York Times Magazine profile. He expressed regret for the inappropriate and ignorant comparison and acknowledged the embarrassment caused by his comments. Sandoval's cheating scandal, known as Scandoval, has been a significant storyline on the Bravo show, impacting the current season.
Vanderpump Rules star Tom Sandoval apologizes for comparing his own media attention to that of O.J. Simpson and George Floyd, acknowledging that the comparison was inappropriate and ignorant. The controversial comments were made in a New York Times magazine interview and quickly went viral. The profile also revealed concerns from Bravo and Lisa Vanderpump about Sandoval's well-being, coinciding with the airing of the show's 11th season.
Vanderpump Rules star Tom Sandoval compared his cheating scandal to major historical events like the O.J. Simpson trial and George Floyd's murder in a New York Times profile, sparking controversy. Sandoval, at the center of a cheating scandal with his then partner's friend, expressed feeling unfairly criticized and compared his situation to that of convicted rapist Danny Masterson. The scandal has had a significant impact on the Bravo show's recent seasons.