Whoopi Goldberg recently criticized a sports reporter for his controversial story about the LSU women’s basketball team. The reporter compared LSU to 'dirty debutantes' and 'villains,' while referring to the UCLA squad as 'milk and cookies.' Goldberg expressed her outrage on a recent episode of The View, condemning the derogatory language used by the reporter.
Goldberg drew parallels to a past incident involving derogatory remarks made about a women’s basketball team, emphasizing the importance of respecting female athletes. She called out the reporter for his disrespectful comments and urged him to reconsider his language.
In a direct message to the reporter, Goldberg highlighted the impact of such language on young girls and emphasized the need for accountability. She expressed disappointment in the reporter's actions and questioned his judgment in using offensive language to describe the athletes.
Following widespread criticism, the reporter issued an apology for his column, acknowledging his mistake and expressing regret for the hurtful words used. He admitted to failing in his choice of words and pledged to do better in upholding standards of inclusivity and respect.
The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of responsible journalism and the impact of language on public perception. It also underscores the need for sensitivity and awareness when discussing athletes, particularly female athletes, in the media.
