It seems Joe Budden is once again finding himself in the hot seat. During a recent episode of “The Joe Budden Podcast,” the host allegedly made comments about Megan Thee Stallion’s decision to turn down a role in the “Call of Duty” video game series that have fans divided and critics calling him out.
The “Call of Duty” Controversy
The situation arose when Megan Thee Stallion revealed during her defamation case against blogger Milagro Gramz that she declined an offer to be a character in “Call of Duty.” Her reason? She realized she would be a shootable character, and given the ongoing legal battle and trauma from the Tory Lanez incident, she felt it was inappropriate to accept.
During the podcast discussion of this revelation, an audio clip emerged on Twitter (without video or full context) where Budden allegedly made a remark that has drawn significant backlash. While his co-hosts reportedly understood Megan’s decision, Budden’s alleged comment was: “I don’t even play Call Of Duty, I’d have bought it off the strength.”
Interpreting the Remarks
Without further context, the exact meaning of Budden’s comment is open to interpretation. Some fans believe he might have meant he would have bought the game to support Megan’s involvement. However, a more critical interpretation, which has gained traction online, suggests he was implying he’d buy the game specifically to shoot a character representing the Houston femcee.
This alleged comment has struck a nerve for several reasons. Firstly, Joe Budden has faced past allegations of domestic violence, which he has denied. Many fans remain unforgiving and are quick to scrutinize any remarks that could be perceived as insensitive towards women, especially in contexts related to violence.
Fan Reactions and Past Criticisms
Secondly, Budden has a history of publicly criticizing Megan Thee Stallion, leading some fans to believe this latest comment goes beyond simple musical critique and delves into personal animosity, particularly concerning her legal battles and public life. The lack of immediate clarification from Budden or his co-hosts has only fueled the speculation and criticism.
As of now, neither Joe Budden nor the other podcast members have officially addressed the controversy or provided further context for the alleged remarks. It remains to be seen if this narrative will be clarified or if more context will emerge to shed light on Budden’s intentions.
What’s your take on Joe Budden’s alleged comments about Megan Thee Stallion’s “Call of Duty” decision? Do you think the criticism is warranted? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
