Just hours after facing a wave of criticism for her remarks on blackface during her NBC show on October 23, Megyn Kelly extended an apology to her "friends and teammates" in an email that Us Weekly obtained. Let’s dive deeper into the situation and explore how Megyn addressed the backlash.
Megyn Kelly Reflects on Her Statements
In the email, Megyn Kelly expressed her thoughts on the controversy surrounding her comments. "One of the great aspects of my job is the opportunity to voice and hear various opinions. Today, after listening carefully to differing perspectives, including those of friends and colleagues, I've reconsidered my stance," she began her apology. This shows Megyn’s willingness to reflect and evolve based on feedback from others.
Controversy Surrounding Halloween Costumes
Megyn Kelly further elaborated on her earlier comments, saying, "When we discussed the contentious issue of altering one's appearance to resemble a different race during Halloween, I suggested that doing so might be acceptable in the context of this holiday where people often transform into others." She used Diana Ross as an example, stating, "To me, it seemed logical that someone dressing up as Diana Ross would want to honor and respect her by making themselves look like this incredible woman. But clearly, I was mistaken." This part of her apology highlights her initial misunderstanding and her realization of the insensitivity involved.
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"I now understand that this behavior is indeed wrong, and I sincerely apologize. The historical context of blackface in our culture is deeply troubling, and the wounds it has caused are profound. While I’ve never been one to follow politically correct norms, I recognize the need for greater sensitivity in today’s world, especially regarding issues of race and ethnicity, which have been further polarized in recent political discourse," Megyn wrote in her message to her colleagues.
A Call for Understanding and Sensitivity
Megyn concluded her email by emphasizing the importance of fostering understanding and empathy. "This is a pivotal moment for more compassion, love, and respect. I aim to be a part of that positive change. I look forward to continuing this important dialogue. I’m truly honored to work alongside all of you every day," she stated. Her words reflect a desire to move forward constructively.
During the live segment earlier that day, Megyn explored the topic of Halloween costumes that are deemed racially offensive or culturally insensitive at universities. Initially, she seemed puzzled about why these costumes were problematic. "But what exactly makes something racist?" she questioned the panel. "You do face consequences if you’re a white person wearing blackface for Halloween, or a black person wearing whiteface for Halloween... When I was younger, it was fine as long as you were dressing up as a character," she remarked.
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She referenced a scene from The Real Housewives of New York, involving cast member Luann de Lesseps. "There was a stir when Luann dressed as Diana Ross and darkened her skin. People deemed it racist, but I thought, 'Who doesn’t adore Diana Ross?' She just wanted to look like her for a day. I don’t see how that became racist on Halloween. It’s not like she walks around that way all the time," Megyn explained. She added, "I struggle to keep up with the number of people we offend just by being normal individuals."
Twitter users swiftly condemned Megyn for her lack of awareness. One user tweeted, "@MegynKelly please check yourself," while another chimed in, "Your white privilege and ignorance are showing." Another individual remarked, "Megyn Kelly is clearly uninformed about racism in America. How can you not know that blackface is racist? NBC, please suspend or fire her."
Closer Weekly’s sister site In Touch attempted to contact Megyn’s team for comment earlier in the day but did not receive a response.
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