Ex-NFL player breaks silence after ‘homophobic’ dig from ex-’Friends’ actor

Ex-NFL player breaks silence after ‘homophobic’ dig from ex-’Friends’ actor

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Key Points:

  • Colton Underwood, a contestant on the reality show "Traitors," addressed controversial comments made by fellow cast member Michael Rapaport, who insinuated Underwood was skilled at hiding secrets due to his past closeted life.
  • Underwood explained that Rapaport's remark triggered emotional responses related to his ongoing coming-out process and acknowledged that while Rapaport apologized, the comment felt like a personal dig rather than a gameplay tactic.
  • Other competitors, including figure skater Johnny Weir, defended Underwood and criticized Rapaport's remarks, which sparked significant backlash on social media, with many viewers condemning Rapaport's behavior as inappropriate.
  • Rapaport denied any homophobic intent behind his comment, but the controversy highlighted tensions on the show and discussions