Buffalo Bills safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson faced backlash from the NFL world after getting ejected from the Week 6 game against the Las Vegas Raiders. He appeared to spit on Raiders tight end Brock Bowers, right after the Bills received a defensive holding penalty in the second quarter.
But Gardner-Johnson came to his senses pretty quickly. Talking to the media inside the locker room, he acknowledged that what he did was wrong. He let his emotions take control in the heat of the moment. That's certainly something that no veteran should do. Hence, he took to his Instagram Story and shared an apology.
"I want to take a moment to address my actions and sincerely apologize to my opponent, my teammates, my organization, and everyone who supports me," Gardner-Johnson wrote. "My passion and competitive nature have always been a huge part of who I am, but I also understand that there is a line that should never be crossed. The gesture I made toward my opponent was inappropriate, unnecessary, and not a reflection of the respect I have for him or this game."
Gardner-Johnson further noted that there's "no excuse" for spitting on his opponent, regardless of the intensity of the competition. He is playing his eighth season this year, making him a responsible figure in the Bills locker room.
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#game #room

An unfortunate moment went viral during Week 7 of the college football season, when Duke Blue Devils defensive back Kimari Robinson shoved a female athletic trainer who was trying to help treat injured Duke safety DaShawn Stone, who was lying motionless on the turf.
The athletic trainer was trying to create ******* e as Stone was being treated, but Robinson took issue with that and shoved her arm away.
That led to plenty of discourse on social media, with several fans calling out Robinson's actions as inappropriate, while others understood the emotion involved after seeing such a terrifying injury in the middle of the game.
On Sunday night, after taking some time to reflect on the moment, Robinson issued a lengthy apology on social media. He says he apologized to the trainer in person before going public with his statement.
MORE: Duke football player, female athletic trainer exchange sparks controversy

#stone #shoved #female

Jennifer Lawrence has addressed her comments about Kourtney Kardashian. The actress previously called Kourtney "more annoying than ever" during a Vanity Fair lie detector test. Kourtney later shared details about Lawrence's apology on the Season 8 premiere of The Kardashians.
During the Vanity Fair segment, Lawrence discussed her favorite Kardashian sisters. She picked Khloé Kardashian before criticizing Kourtney for announcing personal lifestyle choices. "She drives me nuts," Lawrence said, adding that Kourtney should "just shh!"
Kourtney addressed the comments while talking to her friend Simon Huck on the reality series. She explained that the remarks affected her more because she was having a "really sensitive week." She said, "I felt like our show was airing and everybody was ganging up on me." However, when Kourtney later watched the full clip, she admitted, "Oh, it's not that bad actually."
Lawrence addressed the situation privately rather than continuing the exchange publicly. She reached out through Kim to get Kourtney's email and sent her a message explaining how she felt about the Kardashian family. Kourtney said the actress wrote, "I just feel like I'm one of your sisters."
She appreciated the gesture, but did not reply as she had only seen the message late the previous night. While discussing it with Huck, Kourtney said, "She asked Kim for my email, and then she sent me that email, which is so nice." However, Kardashian joked about sending Lawrence a fun response, "Do I say something funny?"

#vanity

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's bombshell 2021 interview with Oprah Winfrey has resurfaced after reports suggested the couple "regret" statements they made while speaking with the media mogul.
The Duke and ****** ss of Sussex are supposedly preparing to apologize for remarks that included allegations that a royal family member had made comments about their son Prince Archie's skin color.
Other reports, however, indicate that claims of an impending apology are not true, as sources close to Prince Harry and Meghan have dismissed them as "nonsense" and "total rubbish."
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According to reports, Harry and Meghan wish to ask forgiveness for the interview that further strained relations between the Sussexes and the royal family now that they have returned to the UK.

#interview

Teresa Giudice's daughter, Milania Giudice, appears to be looking at her mother a little differently after their recent airport clash.
The 20-year-old reality star's daughter offered Teresa a public apology this week after a video of their shocking confrontation drew online attention.
Rather than letting the airport drama define their relationship, she turned to social media with a surprisingly affectionate message for the Real Housewives of New Jersey star.
😳 Teresa Giudice tells cops daughter Milania had fentanyl in her system.

🎥: Tampa International Airport Police pic.twitter.com/vvtDY8cPR4
— TMZ (TMZ) September 28, 2026

#rather #housewives #jersey #tampa

Rosie O'Donnell has issued a public apology to Wynonna Judd for "assuming" she was a supporter of U.S. President Donald Trump.
In an interview for The Tangle podcast in August, the comedian - a fierce critic of the American leader - stated that the country singer was one of the only fans of Trump in her life.
"Now, I am friends with Wynonna Judd, who I love very much, and I've known her for many, many years," she told host Kyle Ridley at the time. "And she is a supporter of Trump. And somehow, we never bring it up. I give her a grace in a way... And I really love her, and I care about her, and, for some reason, I'm able to put that aside when we interact."
Last week, Judd clarified that she was "an independent" and never discussed her political beliefs during an interview for People, and on Wednesday, O'Donnell apologised to her longtime pal.
"I was wrong to ***** ume Wy was a Trump supporter just because she performed at marlargo (Mar-a-Lago)," the 64-year-old wrote on Instagram, referring to the Palm Beach, Florida resort owned by Trump. "But as she told me she has sung for seven presidents on both sides of the aisle (sic). My apologies here publicly (as I first made them privately) #friendship - she's touring her new album now - go see her SING like no one else on earth."
In addition, a representative for Judd told Entertainment Weekly that the 62-year-old "did not perform for Trump" when she was at Mar-a-Lago for an unrelated event and that the Tell Me Why star has performed for seven U.S. presidents over the course of her career, both Democrats and Republicans.

#judd #love

HUNTSVILLE, Texas (AP) — A Texas man who fatally shot a convenience store clerk was put to death Wednesday evening, becoming the 30th person executed in the U.S. this year and the first since Tennessee's failed attempt to administer a lethal injection to Christa Pike a week ago.
Jamaal Howard, 46, was **** ounced dead at 8:03 p.m. after receiving a fatal dose of pentobarbital at the state prison in Huntsville. He was convicted of killing of Vickie Swartout, 42, in a 2000 store robbery caught on surveillance video.
Asked by the warden if he had a final statement, Howard apologized profusely to some members of his victim's family, who watched through a window just feet from the death chamber.
"I wish that you accept my apology and I wish for your forgiveness," he said, shortly before the injection got underway. "I'm sorry for what happened. I wish you can learn to forgive me one of these days."
He also thanked his friends and family and said he loved them, adding he was "in a good state of mind to find peace and the Lord, so I thank y'all." He concluded with: "Hey, enjoy life, and peace to y'all."

#howard

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are reportedly walking back their "hot-headed" comments about the royal family. Since stepping back from royal duties in 2020, the Sussexes have made explosive claims against senior royals. A source has now claimed that the remorse has sparked talks of reconciliation, with the couple apparently considering an apology to Prince William.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle reportedly plan to apologize to the royal family for remarks made during their explosive 2021 interview with Oprah Winfrey. A source told the Daily Express that the couple has been aware "that they would need to eat humble pie" following their UK return.
However, the insider continued, "Their one big regret about leaving the royal family for the US was their interview with Oprah, and Meghan knows her biggest mistake was her claim that a royal family member had discussed Archie's skin colour."
For more context, Meghan alleged that there were "concerns and conversations" within the royal family about what complexion her son Archie would have before his birth. The comments came after the Sussexes stepped down as senior royals and relocated to the US. As the couple would not reveal who made the remark, it created a fallout that forced Prince William to issue a denial to the press.
Speaking about the move, the insider added, "Harry was angry with his family at the time, and backed Meghan up, but they now realise what a low blow it was. They both know they're hot-headed and realise they took things too far, and they should have kept quiet." The source further shared that the Sussexes want a face-to-face meeting to address their previous remarks, where Meghan will apologize.

#sussexes

In an unexpected gesture, a family member of Taylor Swift reached out with an apology to Kate Middleton. The pop icon's sister-in-law, Kylie Kelce, asked for forgiveness from Catherine, Princess of Wales. The request was made on a recent episode of her podcast, "Not Gonna Lie with Kylie Kelce."
Following a royal ***** le mix-up on her podcast, Taylor Swift's sister-in-law Kylie Kelce issued a heartfelt apology to Kate Middleton.
For the unversed, Kelce had earlier extended an invitation to the Princess of Wales to join her on her podcast, Not Gonna Lie with Kylie Kelce. While recording the September 24 episode, the mom-of-four put the offer, saying, "Princess Kate, ***** ss of Cambridge, if you ever wanted to come on and chitchat about some field hockey and maybe kids. I don't know. We got a couple things in common."
She went on to joke that "our husbands chitchatted on the other podcast," referring to Prince William's July appearance on Jason and Travis Kelce's podcast, "New Heights." However, Kylie Kelce revisited the topic on the October 1st episode of "Not Gonna Lie" after becoming more familiar with Middleton's official name and ***** le.
She started by saying, "I love learning, so I was unaware that calling Princess Catherine, Princess Kate was offensive. I didn't know that. Now I know that. Now I will proceed accordingly. I apologize for the mistake. I would like to refer to people in the most respectful way and how they feel respected."

#know

Jeremy Strong is not backing away from the acting method that has drawn criticism from fellow performers. The Succession alum still believes in going all-in on a role, even when that commitment changes the atmosphere around him or makes others uncomfortable.
Jeremy Strong discussed the issue on the Oct. 2 episode of The New Yorker Radio Hour. He said he never wants his process to interfere with another actor's work. The Succession actor follows one simple ruler that states, "First, do no harm," then commit fully to "what you're doing, and utterly."
That mindset now follows him into Social Reckoning, where he plays Mark Zuckerberg. Strong said his priority remains serving the project completely. If that seriousness changes the mood on set, he does not believe he owes an apology for taking the work seriously.
"I'm just there to commit utterly…If some people feel that I'm taking it too seriously, or it changes the molecules in the room…I guess that's something that I don't feel that I need to apologize for," he said.
Brian ***** has offered one of the sharpest criticisms. The Succession star told Town & Country in February 2023 that Strong's method could be "f—ing annoying," even as he called him "gifted." ***** argued that Strong should leave Kendall Roy behind when filming ends and said he worried about the effect the process might have on him.

#method

On Thursday, Oct. 1, Lady Gaga issued an apology to influencer Golloria after the creator criticized the singer's brand Haus Labs for its new bronzer's lack of shade diversity
"I don't know what or who you guys switched up in that lab, but switch it back," the influencer said in her video from May
In her statement, Gaga admitted the brand made "the wrong decision" and said that the product would "launch soon" with a wider shade range
Lady Gaga is apologizing to influencer Golloria four months after she called out the singer's brand Haus Labs for its new bronzer.
In May, Golloria made a video criticizing the upcoming product Sun Dipped Bronzing Veil, which was initially planed to launch with six shades. The influencer was disappointed upon swatching the three darkest shades on her face, explaining that she generally likes Haus Labs' complexion products. "I don't know what or who you guys switched up in that lab, but switch it back. Thank you," she said.

#golloria #lady #shade #don 't

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Kylie Kelce has issued an apology to Kate Middleton after making a royal mistake.
The wife of former Philadelphia Eagles star and current TV ******* yst Jason Kelce apologized to the future queen on Thursday after realizing she had incorrectly addressed the Princess of Wales on a recent episode of her "Not Gonna Lie" podcast.
Kylie, 34, had referred to Middleton as "Princess Kate" when she invited her onto the show to talk about motherhood and field hockey.
And apparently that's a little too informal for royal standards.

#royal

Anne Hathaway knew almost immediately that taking command of a crowded red carpet photo call was probably going to follow her onto the internet. One night later, she was already apologizing and laughing at herself for exactly that.
The actress went viral after directing photographers during a group photo at the September 29 New York premiere of Verity. With several cast members posing together and photographers calling for their attention from different parts of the press line, Hathaway began organizing where the group would look and when.
During her September 30 appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Hathaway called watching the footage "the stuff of nightmares" and described what took over as "mom mode by way of chorus line." She said she had simply been trying to help as the photographers became frustrated and the atmosphere started to change.
Hathaway ultimately offered a playful apology instead of defending the performance. "I apologize everybody," she said, before joking that the version of herself who appeared on the carpet had arrived strictly for business.
Rather than allowing the cast to keep turning toward whichever photographer called loudest, Hathaway announced that they would begin on one side of the press line and work their way across.

#photographers #carpet #cast

Pink faced backlash after reposting a statement from an advocacy group calling for an apology from Macklemore for advocating for Palestinians during his opening act for Ed Sheeran in New Jersey.
Pink reposted the message from the group StopAntisemitism on her Instagram stories. The message started with the word "Awful," suggesting that Jewish fans had purchased their tickets to see Sheeran but instead experienced what it referred to as anti-Israel propaganda. According to the group, the Seattle rapper had accused Israel of falsely committing a genocide, and concertgoers were owed an apology and a refund. Pink did not comment and has not yet given a reason for posting the message.
Macklemore, whose real name is Benjamin Hammond Haggerty, performed for Ed Sheeran in MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey, on Sept. 4 and Sept. 5 as part of his Loop Tour. Dressed in a keffiyeh, the rapper told the crowd of more than 80,000 people that he wanted to stand in the stadium and say, "Free Palestine." He mentioned that he hoped people in Gaza and the occupied West Bank knew they had not been forgotten and that every human being deserved freedom.
Macklemore then sang "Hind's Hall," a protest song he released in 2024, as images of Gaza played on the stadium screens. Moreover, the rapper spoke directly to the Jewish audience, saying that criticizing Israel was not criticizing them.
His performance led the Israeli American Council to file a petition asking Sheeran and his management to remove the rapper from other tour dates. The petition referred to his show as a concert and not a rally for activists and politics. It also claimed that Macklemore used his global platform to promote a one-sided political agenda. The petition asked whether the speech and visuals were approved before the event.

#macklemore #sheeran #petition

The Premier League campaign is fully up and running, with the summer transfer window now having come and gone.
The window slammed shut on Sept. 1, meaning every team is more or less set until the winter window opens in January.
The summer window saw several talented players either arrive to the league or swap shirts, putting some new faces among the Premier League's top earners.
Here are the 25 highest-paid Premier League players in 2026-27 by annual salary. All data is provided by Capology.
*Salaries are estimated total annual compensation, including salary and bonuses

#premier

WASHINGTON, Sept 3 (Reuters) - U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick apologized on Thursday for stating ‌that no Americans had died in the ‌Iran war, acknowledging that 18 service members have been killed and he was thinking about Venezuela when he made the mistaken statement.
"I misspoke. Eighteen members of our military have died, and to those families my ‌heart breaks and ⁠I am so very sorry for their loss. I was thinking about the ⁠Venezuelan military operation where no service members died," Lutnick said in a post on X.
Lutnick made the comments during an interview with CNBC on Wednesday in which ‌Venezuela did not come up.
"I think the way the president is playing Iran... There haven't been American deaths. It's really just an economic choke-out, which the administration is now executing more broadly, ‌and I think it'll be very effective," Lutnick told CNBC.
Moments before Lutnick's apology, Trump defended the commerce secretary on ‌Truth Social.

#lutnick #venezuela

Mel Gibson has issued an apology for his behavior during a public event amid mounting backlash. During his recent appearance at FanExpo Canada, Gibson mocked an ASL interpreter as he walked onto the stage for his retrospective Q&A. The video quickly went viral online. Users called out Gibson for his insensitive behaviour, for which Gibson has since issued an apology.
The moment, as caught on camera, saw Mel Gibson enter the spotlight on stage and begin making gibberish symbols with his hands, with the ASL interpreter standing right in front of him, with his back to her. The moment was brief, but fans found it to be in poor taste anyway.
Regarding the moment, Gibson said, "Sometimes when you get pushed out on a stage in a spotlight, your mind is all over the place, and sometimes spontaneous thoughtless idiocy is displayed. There was no intended maliciousness attached, and I certainly apologize to anyone who was upset by it."
FanExpo Canada is an annual event that is a hub for pop culture media enthusiasts. Be it films, shows, anime, gaming, or celebrities, the Expo serves as the biggest event of its kind in Canada, and the third biggest in the continent of North America. The event draws celebs and fans alike, allowing the latter to attend signings and photo opportunities.
The organizers of the event have not issued a statement regarding Mel Gibson's actions. However, fans were quick to contrast his behaviour with that of Reacher star Alan Ritchson, who shook hands with the ASL interpreter once his QnA session concluded. Other celebrities that graced the event included nerd culture legends like Mark Hamill, wrestler-turned-actor John Cena, and Mr. T.

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Mel Gibson has issued an apology amid backlash over his recent appearance at FanExpo Canada.
At the event, the Oscar-winner was caught on camera mocking an ASL interpreter as her prepared to commence a Q&A. Video of the incident was widely circulated on social media platforms, with Gibson condemned for his insensitive actions.
"Sometimes when you get pushed out on a stage in a spotlight your mind is all over the place, and sometimes spontaneous thoughtless idiocy is displayed," Gibson said in a statement to Variety.
"There was no intended maliciousness attached, and I certainly apologise to anyone who was upset by it."
Gibson's actions have been contrasted with those of Reacher star Alan Ritchson at the same event, who was praised for shaking the hand of the interpreter after his own Q&A wrapped.
FanExpo Canada is held annually and is billed as "the largest comics, sci-fi, horror, anime and gaming event in Canada and the third-largest Pop Culture event in North America". Gibson's appearance at this year's expo took place on Saturday and included autograph and photo opportunities for fans.

#Event #appearance #interpreter #actions

Mel Gibson has issued an apology after sparking online outrage. The actor and director was one of the guests at FanExpo Canada in Toronto and was recorded mimicking the gestures of the sign language interpreter who was also onstage.
Mel Gibson speaks on stage during FanExpo Chicago 2026 (@ Getty Images)
The video shows Gibson walking out onstage, using various hand movements while he looked at the ASL translator in front of him, who was facing the crowd. The video was shared on Saturday and gained traction online, with many expressing their disappointment.
"Sometimes when you get pushed out on a stage in a spotlight your mind is all over the place, and sometimes spontaneous thoughtless idiocy is displayed," said Gibson in a statement to PEOPLE.
Mel Gibson at the premiere of 'Daddy's Home 2' (@ Getty Images)

#gibson #onstage #stage #toronto

Mel Gibson has come under fire after mocking an American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter during a Fan Expo Canada panel over the weekend.
Page Six reported that the Braveheart actor walked on stage, waved at the crowd, and then mimicked the interpreter's signs. The clip has now gone viral with people calling his behavior "bonkers," "despicable," and "gross."
"This choice is bonkers to me. *interpreter just doing their job, people clapping for you, positive vibes* Mel Gibson: *makes fun of ASL interpreter for no reason at all* What dysfunction causes a brain to need to be casually cruel for no reason?" one social media user wrote via X.
After the clip was widely circulated, the Oscar winner issued an apology for his behavior at "the largest comics, sci-fi, horror, anime and gaming event in Canada."

#interpreter

Abdul El-Sayed, the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate in Michigan, apologized to the state's Jewish Democratic Caucus on Saturday for comments he made after an attack on a synagogue in March, which he tied to Israel's actions in the Middle East.
"My comments may have been misconstrued to justify something I did not mean to justify," El-Sayed told reporters after he addressed the caucus at a party convention in Lansing. "To anyone who feels like my comments might have been hurtful, I'm really sorry. That was not my intention."
El-Sayed's apology was his latest attempt to unify Democrats after a bitter primary where he defeated U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens. He's eager to push past a series of controversies involving allegations of antisemitism, including his ****** ociation with controversial commentator Hasan Piker. He faces Republican nominee Mike Rogers in a race that will help determine control of the Senate.
In March, a man attacked Temple Israel synagogue in a Detroit suburb, ramming his car into the building and opening fire on a security guard before dying by suicide. The man, Ayman Mohammad Ghazali, had lost four relatives in an Israeli airstrike on Lebanon the week prior.
In a video response at the time, El-Sayed condemned the attack and added that "hurt people hurt people," a reference to what happened to Ghazali's family. Critics accused El-Sayed of justifying Ghazali's actions.

#sayed #synagogue

Scott Wolf has shared his support after his estranged wife, Kelley, issued an emotional apology for her actions during their marriage.
The Party of Five actor commented on Kelley's emotional Instagram statement amid their ongoing divorce battle.
Scott and Kelley announced in June 2025 that they had separated after 21 years of marriage, per Us Weekly. The source reported that the actor was temporarily granted sole custody of the couple's three children while Kelley was placed on involuntary psychiatric hold.
Months later, Scott was granted a temporary protective order after Kelley allegedly shared his phone number via social media. She was later arrested in her Utah home on suspicion of electronic communication harassment and electronic disclosure of personal identifying information.
Earlier that week, she seemingly confronted her husband in an Instagram story, writing, "Scott: Send the kids now!!! No more games. This is war," according to Page Six. "Last chance and then I go to the press."

#kelley

Viola Davis appears willing to move forward with Target after its controversial Halloween costume sparked outrage. The actress initially rejected the retailer's apology. However, she now says rebuilding trust will depend on concrete changes, including renewed DEI efforts and stronger support for Black-owned businesses. Over the years, Davis has been upfront in championing Black causes, advocating for equal pay for Black actresses, and revealing how she's been turned down for roles because of her color.
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Viola Davis has finally de-escalated her criticism of Target, opening the door to forgiveness after previously rejecting the retailer's apology over an offensive Halloween costume.
The Oscar winner was approached at LAX on Friday and asked whether Target could regain consumers' trust following the controversy. Davis told TMZ that forgiveness is possible, saying, "There is always room for forgiveness. There is… In my world."
However, the actress said she believes the company needs to demonstrate meaningful change. Among the steps she wants to see are restoring diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives and providing greater support for Black-owned businesses.

#forgiveness #costume #actress

The new (soon-to-be) owner of the Seattle Seahawks just got a lesson in how passionate the 12th Man can be about certain topics... especially when it comes to rivalries and historic hatred. Recently, the NFL voted unanimously to approve the sale of the Seahawks from the Paul G. Allen estate to venture capitalize Vinod Khosla and his family for a record-breaking $9.6 billion.
During his initial press conference following the approval meeting, Khosla opened up about his history of being an NFL fan... and although he was honest, he definitely shared too much. Khosla explained he came to America in the 1970's when the Pittsburgh Steelers were the reigning force in the league and admitted he was still a fan of theirs. Not just a fan, but one who still watches all the Steelers games.
Oh boy... as expected, not many 12's were all that jazzed when they heard the new owner of the Seattle Seahawks is still a Steelers fan of all things. The painful memories of Super Bowl XL are still fresh to many older fans, and to them, the Steelers are just as bad as the Rams or 49ers.
But credit where credit is due, Khosla clearly heard the criticism and took to social media to emphasize where his loyalties lie. He even issued an apology.
This article originally appeared on Seahawks Wire: New Seahawks owner Vinod Khosla responds to criticism over his fandom

#steelers #still #heard #credit

Manager Unai Emery said Ollie Watkins apologised for refusing to play for Aston Villa on Sunday as he paid an emotional tribute to departing striker.
Emery praised the England forward's behaviour during his Villa career and said he and the squad accepted Watkins' apology for making himself unavailable against Brighton.
The 30-year-old is expected in Saudi Arabia on Friday to complete a £51m move to Al-Hilal, with Villa poised to finalise the signing of Chelsea's Nicolas Jackson for £65m as his replacement.
Watkins is Villa's record Premier League scorer with 91 goals, part an overall tally of 108 in all competitions since signing from Brentford for £28m in 2020.
"He told us after the Brighton match he was sorry and that he had made a mistake. He was wrong, but we accepted it. The players as well," said Emery.

#villa #brighton #signing

Viola Davis called out Target over its apology after the retailer pulled a children's costume widely criticized as racist.
The Oscar winner responded to the corporation's mea culpa, in which they acknowledged they "got this wrong," in an Instagram post Tuesday, where she refused to accept their apology.
"Target, I do not accept your apology, and I do not believe that you understand the impact… the pain… the dehumanization of the above," the legendary actress, who is best known for her work in "The Woman King," "Doubt," "Fences," "The Help," "Ma Rainey's Black Bottom," and "How to Get Away With Murder," wrote.
Alongside her caption, Davis shared a screengrab of the costume in question, which was originally described as a "Kids' Glows under Blacklight Circus Clown" outfit and featured a black-and-orange bodysuit with a hood that included a large, printed-on smile and small top hat.
However, as many online pointed out after the kids' outfit was advertised on Target's site, the costume was reminiscent of 19th-century minstrel, which perpetuated Black stereotypes and mocked Black people via its use of Black face.

#black #kids #accept

Target apologized Monday and removed a Halloween costume from sale after critics said it evoked Blackface imagery, sending Target stock down as much as 5% on Tuesday.
The product, sold under Target's Hyde and EEK Boutique brand as the "Kids' Glows Under Blacklight Circus Clown Halloween Costume," ignited social media criticism from shoppers who said its imagery recalled racist caricatures tied to the minstrel show tradition. "As a company, we know we got this wrong, and we are deeply sorry," Target said in a statement. "The costume is offensive and should never have been part of our ******* ortment."
Target declined to comment on who designed the costume or to provide details about the product approval process, according to Reuters. In an internal email viewed by Reuters, Chief Merchandising Officer Cara Sylvester told employees the item "never should have been in our ******* ortment."
The apology did not satisfy some stakeholders. Sheletta Brundidge, a Minneapolis entrepreneur who protested Target's DEI rollbacks last year, said Target "keeps showing us who they are." Brundidge, speaking to CNN, framed the costume as a consequence of those rollbacks: "You rolled back diversity," she said, "so who's in the room, now, to say 'hey, this is wrong?'" A post in the BlackPeopleofReddit community, which has 1.6 million members, urged a boycott of the retailer.
Tejal Patel, executive director of Target shareholder SOC Investment Group, called the costume "another example ... where Target has lost trust with its consumer base." Morningstar ******* yst Brett Husslein said the selloff exposed how precarious Target's market standing has become, pointing out that the chain must win customers through experience and goodwill rather than the low prices that drive shoppers to Walmart and Costco.

#target #brundidge #imagery #shoppers

Things got heated Monday night between the Diamondbacks and Cubs when Chicago third-base coach Quintin Berry was accused of relaying Arizona starter Merrill Kelly's pitches to his batters.
It turns out that Berry wasn't doing anything illegal. And on Monday, Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo said that he called Cubs manager Craig Counsell to apologize and admit that he and his team were wrong for causing a ruckus over the situation.
Lovullo told reporters about the apology on Tuesday prior to Game 2 of the series in Phoenix. He said that he spoke with MLB senior vice president of on-field operations Michael Hill, who informed him that Berry was, indeed, acting within the rules by picking up on and relaying Kelly's pitches to Cubs batters from the confines of the third-base coach's box.
"I talked to the league," Lovullo said. … "I thought it was supposed to be kept between the white lines. I spoke to Mike Hill today, it was a fantastic conversation.
"He gave me the fastest version that the third-base coach and first-base coach can do whatever they want as along as they are inside the dimensions of the base-coaching box. So, I stand corrected and had a chance to call [Counsell] and apologize to him and told him that we were wrong, and they were doing everything right."

#lovullo #diamondbacks

Content creator and golf brand Good Good has apologised and removed an advertisement for a new golf driver which showed a woman being pushed to the ground after reaching for the club.
American company Good Good, which has 2.13m subscribers to its golf channel on YouTube and sponsors a PGA Tour tournament, had created and published the advert for golf club manufacturer Callaway.
The advert drew a backlash and was accused of making light of violence against women.
"We posted a video to our channels that ultimately depicted actions that are not aligned with our values as a brand," read the Good Good apology on X.
"We have since taken that content down, and sincerely apologise.

#golf #youtube #tour

Good Good Golf has issued an apology following the release of an objectionable video promoting the new Callaway driver.
The ad, which has since been taken down after being posted to Good Good's social channels, depicted one of Good Good's members knocking down a female member reaching for his golf bag and then standing over her, saying, "Do not touch my new driver."
On Saturday afternoon, nearly 24 hours after the release of the video, Good Good posted an apology graphic:
"We posted a video to our channels that ultimately depicted actions that are not aligned with our values as a brand," the statement read. "We have since taken that content down and sincerely apologize. Good Good has always stood for making the game of golf more inclusive to all, and we will continue to ensure that is our mission moving forward."
Good Good, which has over 2 million YouTube subscribers, has relationships across the golf industry. The brand will be ******* le-sponsoring a PGA Tour event this fall and has multiple members participating in Golf Channel's upcoming Big Break reboot.

#golf #release