Host Craig Melvin is facing major backlash after a “painfully awkward” interview with Anya Taylor-Joy left viewers cringing, as the star promoted her upcoming role in the animated Mario film franchise.
The Wednesday, March 18, episode of the Today show quickly drew massive attention online, with fans calling Melvin’s questions and comments during the segment “unhinged” and “hard to watch.”
One person reacted, “He has never been good at celebrity interviews… doesn’t follow pop culture to the extent he should for his job. She is wonderful & this was another missed opportunity.”
