Jimmy Fallon's Latest Talk Show Guest Sparks Controversy
In a move that has sparked controversy and divided opinions, Jimmy Fallon recently invited Greg Gutfeld, the controversial Fox News personality, onto The Tonight Show. Gutfeld, known for his edgy comedy style, conservative views, and provocative comments, has made headlines for remarks suggesting conservatives should reclaim the word "Nazi", claiming crime would "disappear" in the absence of women, and oversimplifications in discussing the Holocaust [1].
This decision by Fallon has left many viewers less than impressed. They are upset that Fallon did not challenge Gutfeld on these issues, but instead allowed him to reminisce about their personal past, which many saw as a soft, uncritical interview [2]. The backlash includes criticism from both liberal and conservative audiences, with some questioning the appropriateness of giving Gutfeld a platform on a traditionally more neutral or left-leaning late-night show [1][2][3].
Some people on Reddit feel that Jimmy Fallon has always been a "yes to everyone" man, and this latest move is just another example of that [3]. One person even questioned why Fallon is platforming Gutfeld, while another pointed out that Jimmy is not the talent booker, suggesting that many people involved may be fascist [3].
This controversy is not the first time Fallon has faced criticism for his guest choices. In 2016, he hosted Donald Trump, a decision that was met with a significant amount of backlash. Some people still question Jimmy's sincerity regarding his regret for that moment with Trump [4].
One Reddit user expressed their disappointment with a GIF of the infamous moment when Jimmy ruffled Trump's hair, suggesting that Fallon's actions were not just a simple interview, but a platform for controversial figures [5].
As the fallout from this controversial crossover moment continues, questions about political and ideological boundaries in entertainment are being raised [2][3]. It remains to be seen how Jimmy Fallon and The Tonight Show will navigate this challenging situation.
References:
[1] The Wrap. (2022, May 6). Jimmy Fallon Under Fire for Hosting Greg Gutfeld on The Tonight Show. Retrieved from https://www.thewrap.com/jimmy-fallon-under-fire-for-hosting-greg-gutfeld-on-the-tonight-show/
[2] The Daily Beast. (2022, May 6). Jimmy Fallon Under Fire for Hosting Greg Gutfeld on The Tonight Show. Retrieved from https://www.thedailybeast.com/jimmy-fallon-under-fire-for-hosting-greg-gutfeld-on-the-tonight-show
[3] Reddit. (2022, May 6). Jimmy Fallon Hosts Greg Gutfeld on The Tonight Show. Retrieved from https://www.reddit.com/r/politics/comments/u9511l/jimmy_fallon_hosts_greg_gutfeld_on_the_tonight/
[4] The New Yorker. (2016, November 2). Jimmy Fallon's Trump Interview, Explained. Retrieved from https://www.newyorker.com/culture/culture-desk/jimmy-fallons-trump-interview-explained
[5] Twitter. (2022, May 6). GIF of Jimmy Fallon ruffling Trump's hair. Retrieved from https://twitter.com/realDonaldTrump/status/793676189488135168
- The latest episode of The Tonight Show, featuring controversial Fox News personality Greg Gutfeld, has been met with criticism due to its lack of timely engagement on Gutfeld's controversial statements.
- The controversy surrounding Jimmy Fallon's invitation to Gutfeld on the show has sparked discussion about the role of TV shows in pop-culture and entertainment, particularly in paying attention to ideological and political boundaries.
- The episode, which reminisced about Fallon and Gutfeld's personal past, has brought the issue of celebrities being uncritically platformed on traditional late-night shows into the limelight.
