Shannon Sharpe, often affectionately called “Unc,” recently issued a heartfelt apology to Megan Thee Stallion. The incident occurred on his show, Club Shay Shay, where the NFL Hall of Famer addressed a previous inappropriate joke he made about the rapper.
Sharpe’s Apology to Megan Thee Stallion
“Before we go any further, I want to apologize to you personally,” Sharpe began during their conversation. “I always wanted to sit down and have a conversation with you—I didn’t know if that was going to be possible. I told a joke in jest, but I believe the joke would have been just as funny had I left you out of it.”
Sharpe continued, apologizing for “any unwanted attention, harm, shame, or embarrassment” he may have caused Megan or her family. Megan accepted the apology earnestly, placing her hands over her heart. The pair then toasted with Sharpe’s Shay By Le Portier cognac and discussed her musical career, JAY-Z, Beyoncé, and more.
The Backlash
In November 2023, Sharpe received significant backlash for his explicit comments about Megan Thee Stallion on Nightcap. “I’d have her stretched out like a quarter to three,” he said. “I do it three ways, Ocho: deep, hard, and continuously… I’d have her opening up like saloon doors.”
Fans and viewers quickly criticized Sharpe’s remarks. One Instagram user commented, “Love Shannon, but this is wildly inappropriate. He is employed by ESPN. They don’t play that, he needs to tone it down on these types of comments. It’s not the 90s anymore.”
Another user mentioned the poor timing of Sharpe’s comments, given the sexual assault lawsuits around that time. “In light of all the lawsuits, I just want men to chill for a min. Like take a step back from the overt/public sex talk and stories and find something safe to chat about.”
Sharpe had offered a public apology soon after his initial comments. “If Meg had a problem with anything that I’ve said, let me take the time to say, I’m sorry. I apologize,” he said. His Nightcap co-host, Chad Ochocinco, reassured him by saying, “And we love you.”
Moving Forward
Despite the controversy, Megan Thee Stallion graciously accepted Sharpe’s apology. The episode highlighted the importance of accountability and respect in public discourse. As Sharpe and Megan raised their glasses, the moment underscored a commitment to moving forward positively.
In music news, Megan Thee Stallion released her new album, Megan, featuring artists like GloRilla, UGK, Victoria Monét, and Big K.R.I.T. The album showcases her talent and resilience, proving she continues to thrive despite challenges.