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‘We were honoured’: McLaren defend hosting Donald Trump during Miami GP amid backlash

McLaren have issued a statement, defending their decision to allow former US president Donald Trump to visit their garage at the Miami Grand Prix that concluded on Sunday (May 5) with a first top podium finish for Lando Norris. A section of Formula 1 fans, however, did not like the presence of Trump and criticised the British motorsport company. 

Trump, who lives in Florida, was among the several VIPs to descend to the race track and the paddock in Miami. He was seen interacting with Norris while posing for photos with team chief executive Zak Brown in the pit lane outside the garage.  

Amid the online criticism, McLaren issued a statement saying that the organisation was honoured to host Trump at the request of the FIA boss.  

“McLaren is a non-political organisation however we…


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Steve Martin Defends Jo Koy After Golden Globes Backlash – Deadline

Steve Martin understands the pressure of hosting an award show and is giving Jo Koy some grace after his stint at the Golden Globes.

The Only Murders in the Building star, took to social media to defend Koy amid the backlash over his hosting duties that included a mention of Taylor Swift that didn’t land well.

“I tip my hat to anyone who steps out on stage to host a live awards show. It’s a very difficult job and not for the squeamish,” Martin wrote on Threads. “I know because I’m still throwing up from the last time I did it in 2010.”

Martin has hosted the Oscars three times, two times as the solo host and a third round with Alec Baldwin. After all the criticism, Martin feels that Koy could use this experience for his stand-up.

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‘Jeopardy!’ Bosses Told Mayim Bialik to Change Hosting Style Amid Backlash | Entertainment News

In the latest episode of the Inside Jeopardy! podcast, Jeopardy!‘s longtime producer, Sarah Whitcomb Foss, shared the advice she gave to Mayim Bialik when she first began hosting the show, and the ways they asked her to change.

Bialik was named one of the official hosts of Jeopardy! in 2022 alongside former super-champ Ken Jennings. It was a bit of a learning curve for both, but particularly for Bialik, who found it difficult to hide her astonishment at the contestants’ vast knowledge.

“I did not expect to enjoy watching while I’m up there as much as I do, and it’s hard not to get honestly starstruck by the contestants up here,” Bialik said…


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‘Jeopardy!’ Bosses Told Mayim Bialik to Change Hosting Style Amid Backlash | Entertainment

Bialik was named one of the official hosts of Jeopardy! in 2022 alongside former super-champ Ken Jennings. It was a bit of a learning curve for both, but particularly for Bialik, who found it difficult to hide her astonishment at the contestants’ vast knowledge.


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‘Jeopardy!’ host Mayim Bialik shares throwback photo with Dustin Hoffman amid backlash from show’s fans

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: ‘Jeopardy!‘ host Mayim Bialik did not really fare well as a host, accoring to fans of the game show. However, ‘The Big Bang Theory’ actress seems to be reminiscing about her good memories amid the trolling. 

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Bialik recently posted a throwback with Dustin Hoffman, thinking back on the time well-spent with the actor on a movie set. The game show host has not once acknowledged the hate she has been receiving on the internet for her hosting skills and sharing the platform with co-host, Ken Jennings. 

Also Read: ‘I’m still human’: Jeopardy!’s Mayim Bialik gets candid about feeling ‘worthless’ after backlash from game show fans

Mayim Bialik’s throwback picture with Dustin Hoffman

On June 28, the actress shared a wholesome selfie with Hoffman. The…


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