The controversy surrounding Jimmy Fallon has continued to grow, with his recent appearance by Conor McGregor sparking widespread backlash.
The late-night host, 51, was criticized for allowing the UFC fighter to appear on his show, despite McGregor's past involvement in a civil case related to a 2018 rape incident.
The victim, Nikita Hand, suffered moderate to severe injuries, including bruises on all four limbs, a bloodied scratch to her breast, tenderness to her neck, and a possible tear in her vagina from a tampon that had to be removed using forceps.
Viewers took to social media to express their disappointment, with some calling Fallon "spineless" and "pathetic" for platforming McGregor.
However, others pointed out that this is not the first time Fallon has faced backlash for his guest choices, citing his 2016 interview with Donald Trump as an example.
In that interview, Fallon was accused of "humanizing and normalizing" the then-presidential nominee, sparking a backlash that he later addressed.
When questioned about the incident, Fallon claimed he didn't want to "humanize" Trump, but rather "minimize" him, stating that the moment didn't mean he believed in his political beliefs.
Trump himself weighed in on the situation, posting on social media that Fallon had "whimpered" about the interview and that he was taking heat for it.
Fallon has yet to address the recent backlash, opting not to mention the controversy in his most recent show.
Some have criticized Fallon for trying to bury the interview by posting other clips on social media, while others have called for him to take responsibility for his choices.
Actress Christina Ricci made her disgust known by reposting a statement from another user to her Instagram story, condemning Fallon for giving McGregor a platform.
The controversy has sparked a wider debate about the role of late-night hosts in shaping public opinion and the consequences of their choices.
As the situation continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how Fallon will address the backlash and whether he will face any further consequences for his actions.
With the controversy showing no signs of dissipating, it's clear that Fallon's decision to have McGregor on his show has had a lasting impact on his reputation and public perception.
