ESPN talk show host Pat McAfee is in hot water after he referred to Indiana Fever basketball rookie Caitlin Clark a “white b****” on his show last week, per USA Today.
He quickly apologised after the broadcast, writing on X: “I shouldn’t have used ‘white b****’ as a descriptor of Caitlin Clark. No matter the context… even if we’re talking about race being a reason for some of the stuff happening. I have way too much respect for her and women to put that into the universe.”
“My intentions when saying it were complimentary just like the entire segment, but a lot of folks are saying that it certainly wasn’t at all. That’s 100% on me and for that I apologize … I have sent an apology to Caitlin as well.”
Here’s what we know about Pat McAfee:
What does Pat McAfee do?
Per his show’s website, Pat McAfee can be described as a former All-Pro NFL punter, stand up comedian, football and professional wrestling analyst and social media star.
Did Pat McAfee ever play American football?
Who is Pat McAfee’s wife?
Pat McAfee, 37, is married to his wife, Samantha McAfee. According to People, the Indianapolis native married Pat in 2020, and is the founder of a non-profit providing financial assistance for and raising awareness of canine cancer called Fur The Brand. “We are able to help the fur baby and the person,” she says on the organisation’s website. “Pets are much more than just that friendly, waggy tail. They’re our best friends, our children, our moral compasses and life savers.”
How many children does Pat McAfee have?
The couple welcomed their first child, a daughter, in May 2023, as shared by People magazine.
Pat wrote on social media, “Today’s a day that @mrsmcafeeshow and I have been dreaming of… I can’t wait to see where this foot gets to go beautiful girl. We Love You.”
The pundit added, “Baby and Momma are both healthy… Momma and I are floating with joy,” he continued. “This is amazing. Thanks for all of the good vibes.”
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