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Apology issued for 'roofies' comment on air
15 Jun
Summary
- Broadcaster Ron MacLean apologized for a comment about roofies.
- The remark was made during the Stanley Cup Final pregame show.
- MacLean acknowledged his mistake and apologized for offending viewers.
Canadian broadcaster Ron MacLean issued a public apology on air for a remark made during the pregame show for Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Final. The incident occurred during a segment featuring the Stanley Cup in Las Vegas, where a skit spoofed the movie "The Hangover."
Following the skit, MacLean used the slang term 'roofies,' which he later acknowledged was a significant mistake due to the term's serious real-world implications. He explained his intent was to reference a movie scene but failed to consider the drug's connotations. MacLean expressed deep regret for unintentionally offending or triggering viewers with his comment.
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