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Blake Griffin Mocks ESPN Reporter, Fans Outraged
14 Oct
Summary
- Blake Griffin's new show trailer included a joke about a reporter.
- Many viewers interpreted the joke as targeting the reporter's weight.
- The trailer aired in anticipation of Griffin's show premiere on Oct. 20.
A promotional trailer for Blake Griffin's new late-night sports talk show, "The Stepback with Blake Griffin," has ignited controversy. The trailer features Griffin joking, "Can I just say something? Not all podcasts have to be video," while an image of ESPN's Brian Windhorst is displayed. Many viewers interpreted this as a fat-shaming joke, criticizing Griffin for making fun of another person's appearance. The use of a photo that made Windhorst appear heavier fueled these reactions.
The public response has been largely negative, with social media users calling the joke "lame" and "not funny." Critics argued that a professional athlete should not punch down by mocking someone's physique. Some expressed hope that Griffin's new venture would fail if this was indicative of its content. The trailer's format, mimicking shows like "The Daily Show," also received criticism, with one user stating, "Not every wanna be comedian needs a show."
Griffin also made jokes about LeBron James and TJ McConnell in the trailer. His new show is scheduled to premiere on October 20th, coinciding with the start of the NBA season. New episodes will be available on Tuesdays via YouTube and Prime Video. The trailer's negative reception raises questions about how the show will be received when it officially launches.
