Reddit Co-Founder Alexis Ohanian Defends UFC White House Attendance—And Denounces ‘Vile’ Michelle Obama Insult
Ohanian said the fighter’s remark was vile and inappropriate and said he was invited to the event by UFC parent company TKO Group Holdings.
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Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian spoke up about that UFC fighter’s controversial Michelle Obama comment
Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian, who is married to tennis legend Serena Williams, is weighing in on some controversial, and what many have called racist remarks from Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) fighter Josh Hokit about former first lady Michelle Obama. The controversial remarks have drawn major backlash across the internet and on social media. On Sunday, Hokit won a high-profile UFC bout on the White House South Lawn, to celebrate Pres…
Stars React to UFC Fighter Josh Hokit Calling Michelle Obama ‘A Man’ at UFC Freedom 250
The White House’s UFC Freedom 250 event sparked controversy after a participant disparaged former first lady Michelle Obama. Shortly after defeating fellow heavyweight Derrick Lewis on Sunday, June 14, UFC fighter Josh Hokit raised eyebrows when he declared in a post-fight interview with Joe Rogan that “Michelle Obama is a man. Am I right, America?” While the Obamas have not addressed Hokit’s comment, the White House seemingly dodged the …
Alexis Ohanian Defends Himself From Criticism For Attending White House UFC Fight
Topline Investor and Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian defended his attendance at the White House’s UFC Freedom 250 event over the weekend and denounced a fighter’s viral insult of Michelle Obama—after online commenters slammed him for attending the “racist” event and said they were “so disappointed.” Key Facts Ohanian was seen Sunday in the crowd of the UFC event held on President Donald Trump’s birthday and online critics were quick to questio…
Serena Williams' Husband Alexis Ohanian Explains Why He Attended White House’s UFC Event on Donald Trump’s Birthday
Getty Images Serena Williams‘ husband Alexis Ohanian was one of the celebrities and public figures in attendance at the White House’s UFC event, which was held on Donald Trump‘s 80th birthday. Many of the celebrities who attended have received backlash for going to the divisive event, with some releasing statements explaining their participation. Now, Ohanian is one of those celebrities who has released a statement after being spotted in the cro…
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