Why Jimmy Fallon is Being Slammed Over Conor McGregor’s Late-Night Appearance
Talk shows have long been a primary tool for celebrities looking to dust off their reputations ahead of a major career comeback. However, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon found itself at the center of severe public anger following a recent episode.
Host Jimmy Fallon welcomed mixed martial arts icon Conor McGregor to the couch to promote his upcoming return to the Octagon. But what was intended to be a routine, lighthearted promotional appearance quickly turned into a major public relations crisis for NBC , as viewers accused the network of actively trying to clean up the image of a legally compromised athlete.
Host Jimmy Fallon welcomed mixed martial arts icon Conor McGregor to the couch to promote his upcoming return to the Octagon. But what was intended to be a routine, lighthearted promotional appearance quickly turned into a major public relations crisis for NBC , as viewers accused the network of actively trying to clean up the image of a legally compromised athlete.
The Elephant in the Late-Night Room
During the interview, Fallon kept the conversation strictly focused on sports entertainment. The pair discussed McGregor's upcoming fight against Max Holloway at UFC 329, his famous 13-second knockout victory against José Aldo, and the origin story behind his "The Notorious" nickname.Next Story