Jack Whitehall faces backlash for controversial P Diddy | UK News

Jack Whitehall has come below fire for making a controversial joke about P Diddy whereas internet hosting the Brit Awards tonight. The comic took charge of the proceedings at London’s O2 Arena, whereas the ceremony was broadcast stay to viewers on ITV.

Jack made a quip following JADE’s efficiency that sparked outrage amongst followers. The comic made a hyperlink between the white outfit she wore on stage and P Diddy’s white events.

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs was arrested on September 16 after being indicted on fees of intercourse trafficking, racketeering and transportation to have interaction in prostitution.

The rapper was held within the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn, New York after pleading not guilty and having his bail denied twice.

One viewer expressed their shock on social media, commenting: “Jack Whitehall making a Diddy joke was so tasteless and tone deaf.” whereas one other lamented: “Mentioning Diddy after the whole, very blatant, message of JADE’s performance??? Get this man off my screen.”

Further criticism got here as somebody posted: “Jack you were funny up until the Diddy joke… nobody laughed,” and one other pleaded: “Diddy joke? Stop booking Jack Whitehall for things PLEASE it’s not 2013 anymore.”

A unique person was appalled, saying: “Jack Whitehall how dare you mention Diddy in the same sentence as Jade?”

Ahead of returning to host the Brits for the fifth time, Jack shared insights into how he retains his edgy humour within the show regardless of scrutiny from the producers and ITV.

He defined: “For the dress rehearsals, I do a dummy script so no one can complain about what I’m saying about their acts. Then on the night, I make sure there are a few surprises for the acts, the record labels and ITV. I like to keep everyone on their toes.”

Jack additionally spilled some unique rehearsal gossip whereas expressing his anticipation for sure performances.

“I really love Sam Fender’s album – I listened to it recently, so I’m looking forward to seeing him live. And Jade – she’s going to give a pretty spectacular performance, with lots of stagecraft, so that will be a very memorable performance,” he divulged.

He even shared his own peculiar backstage calls for, stating: “My rider is exactly the same as when I was 20 – so it’s just filled with Diet Cokes. But I recently was on tour with my dad and his rider is insane – like three Laurent Perrier champagne because he says he might have to entertain friends… but he only has like one friend. Mine’s far more tame.”