Emmanuel Acho apologizes over Ayesha Curry controversy
Awful Announcing • • sports
Key Points:
- Emmanuel Acho apologized for his comments criticizing Ayesha Curry's role in a romcom, following backlash from Steph Curry and others over the criticism of her acting.
- The controversy began when Acho and other former athletes expressed disbelief that Ayesha Curry kissed another man on screen, which Steph Curry condemned as misogynistic and ignorant of acting.
- Steph Curry publicly defended his wife, calling out Acho, Nick Young, and Gilbert Arenas for their negative opinions and highlighting broader issues about respect for women.
- Acho issued a formal and unequivocal apology on his show, primarily addressing Steph Curry, expressing regret for any offense caused and the impact on their relationship.
- Observers noted the apology was directed more toward Steph than Ayesha, who was the subject of criticism, and it remains to be seen if others involved will also apologize.
