Jordon Hudson responded publicly to a podcast controversy involving Charlotte Wilder, after a tense phone call and social media exchanges related to Hudson's relationship with Bill Belichick and her participation in the Miss Maine pageant, highlighting ongoing drama and misunderstandings.
Megyn Kelly criticized Charlize Theron for discussing her recent one-night stand and her sexuality on a podcast, calling her 'vulgar' and 'off-putting,' and questioned her authenticity and behavior as a star.
Yulissa Escobar from Love Island USA apologized for using a racial slur in past podcast clips, acknowledging her ignorance and the harm caused, after her departure from the show amid controversy.
Jennifer Lopez revealed that Ayo Edebiri apologized to her before their "Saturday Night Live" episode, following critical comments made on a podcast. Edebiri tearfully apologized in Lopez's dressing room, expressing regret for her remarks. Lopez, unfazed by the criticism, mentioned having heard similar things throughout her career. Edebiri later referenced the controversy in an SNL sketch.
Ayo Edebiri apologized to Jennifer Lopez with tears in her eyes for resurfaced critical comments made on a podcast, prior to filming their "Saturday Night Live" episode. Lopez revealed that Edebiri was mortified and apologetic, and even referenced the controversy during the show. Despite the incident, Lopez stated that similar criticisms throughout her career did not affect her.
SNL host Ayo Edebiri seemingly addressed her controversial comments about Jennifer Lopez during a spoof game show sketch, acknowledging the impact of making mean comments on a podcast and expressing remorse. The resurfaced 2020 podcast clip where Edebiri called Lopez a "scam" was referenced, and Edebiri's character was asked to explain her social media comments in the sketch. Edebiri's on-screen apology conveyed regret for her past remarks, but there has been no indication of similar sentiments expressed privately this week.
Ice Spice addressed Matty Healy's controversial comments about her on a podcast, expressing confusion over being referred to as a "chubby Chinese lady" and questioning the meaning behind it. Matty later apologized multiple times, and Ice confirmed that they are on good terms. She also discussed her friendship with Taylor Swift, mentioning their collaboration on the remix of "Karma" and their connection at the VMAs. Taylor praised Ice's dedication and professionalism as an artist.
Matty Healy of The 1975 band dismisses the controversy surrounding his appearance on a podcast where racist remarks were made about rapper Ice Spice, calling those offended "deluded." Healy, who laughed along during the episode, issued a lukewarm apology in April. Criticism ramped up earlier this month when rumors of him dating Taylor Swift, who collaborated with Ice Spice, started swirling. Swift has yet to comment on the podcast episode, nor has she confirmed her relationship with Healy.