Jimmy Fallon is no stranger to an online controversy.
But the latest allegations against the star have truly shocked the internet.
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We’ve all heard of Jimmy Fallon.
His talk show, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, quickly became a household favorite after the first episode premiered all the way back in 2014.
And he has a broadly positive reputation …
Using his influential platform, Fallon has supported many causes including national foodbanks and cancer charities.
But that’s not all.
Besides being a pretty funny guy, he seems to have remained humble over time, unlike some other hosts that have recently been exposed…
Cough, Ellen, cough.
He always sings the praises of deserving heroes.
In one episode, Fallon surprised an Air Force Veteran with $50,000 because she had a hard life as a single mother before following her dreams to serve her country. It was a tear-jerking moment.
While recognizing the amazing work his father-in-law did while he was in the Marine Corps …
He went out of his way to get a limited edition watch that only those who have ever ejected out of planes on a mission could get and presented it to him on the show. It’s safe to say the moment warmed our hearts.
He’s also a fabulous interviewer.
From actors to musicians, he’s always getting the latest scoop for us all to enjoy while also making them do stupid things. It’s the perfect combination for entertainment gold.
Remember this?
A video from 2000 took the internet by storm for its offensive use of blackface.
Yep, you heard that right.
For those of you that still don’t seem to understand why black/brown face is so offensive, firstly, sort yourselves out.
Secondly, we’ve got the facts here for you.
It happened in all sorts of places. From comedy shows to Halloween costumes. They would compare them to monkeys while simultaneously acting in a humiliating manner to depict black people as uncivilized.
Utterly disgusting.
It’s extremely offensive.
So, in all cases, avoid it.
You can still be Samuel L. Jackson for Halloween without painting yourself black. Just get a beret, a blazer, and some thick-framed glasses. It’s easy.
Yet, Fallon fell into this trap.
Suited in a brown leather jacket, a black turtleneck, and black face paint, the talk show host took on the role of Chris Rock in what has been described as a “racist” move.
It was shocking.
After the video started circling online, Twitter users joined forces to call out Fallon for his actions.
People were not happy.
And fans have branded his former actions as offensive and disgusting.
And it seems as though others are also being dragged into the mess too.
This was not good for his career at all.
Finally, Fallon spoke out about the incident.
“In 2000, while on SNL, I made a terrible decision to do an impersonation of Chris Rock while in blackface. There is no excuse for this. I am very sorry for making this unquestionably offensive decision and thank all of you for holding me accountable,” he wrote solemnly.
Some accepted the apology.
Many others didn’t.
And it seems that respect has been lost for the comedian.
As many were struggling to believe his authenticity surrounding the situation.
People just aren’t buying his apology…
And it seems that more and more respect is gradually being lost for Fallon.
And now, an expose into his show has made matters much worse.
And who knows if he will ever be forgiven this time.
Rolling Stone has released a new bombshell report alleging toxic workplace behavior from Fallon.
Runners refer to “good Jimmy days” or “bad Jimmy days.”
They also allege he was sometimes drunk on set.
And emotional workers referred to some of the dressing rooms as “crying rooms,” where they would go to cry during tense workdays.
People were worried Jimmy “might fly off” at any moment.
They also lived in fear of being fired, for no reason, and at any moment.
