Former Fox News anchor Megyn Kelly has harshly criticized actress Charlize Theron for questioning her #MeToo timeline during the 2019 promotion of the film "Bombshell," in which Theron portrayed Kelly. The controversy stems from comments Theron made suggesting Kelly was late in coming forward with her own allegations of sexual harassment against former Fox News CEO Roger Ailes.
Why this matters: The public spat between Kelly and Theron highlights the ongoing debates and personal tensions within the #MeToo movement, which has far-reaching implications for how we address and prevent sexual harassment in various industries. The controversy also underscores the challenges faced by survivors in deciding when to share their stories, and how their timelines are perceived by others.
In a recent episode of her SiriusXM radio show, Kelly addressed Theron's past remarks, saying, "B—h, you weren't even at the party. You'd never f—king came forward with any allegations. I'm sure you were harassed. But you're too p—y-footed to say anything about it. So take a seat." reveals Kelly's blunt response highlights the tension between the two women and their differing experiences with the #MeToo movement.
"Bombshell," released in 2019, is a dramatized account of the real-life events surrounding the sexual harassment scandal at Fox News. The film follows the stories of Kelly, Gretchen Carlson, and the fictional character Kayla Pospisil as they confront the toxic culture fostered by Ailes. Theron'sportrayalof Kelly garnered critical acclaim and earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress.
During the film's promotional tour, Theron was asked about Kelly's timeline in coming forward with her own harassment allegations against Ailes. Theron suggested that Kelly was "late to the party" and had been harassed years earlier but only spoke out later. These comments evidently struck a nerve with Kelly, prompting her recent public response.
Kelly has been vocal about her experiences with sexual harassment at Fox News and has become a prominent figure in the #MeToo movement. In her 2016 memoir "Settle for More," Kelly detailed the harassment she faced from Ailes, which she claimed began shortly after she joined the network in 2005. Kelly's allegations, along with those of other women at Fox News, ultimately led to Ailes' resignation in July 2016.
The public spat between Kelly and Theron is not the first time Kelly has criticized #MeToo timelines. Recently, she also called out Stormy Daniels' testimony in the ongoing Donald Trump hush money trial, labeling it "bulls—t MeToo revisionism." Kelly accused Daniels of revising her account of her alleged encounter with the former president.
The heated exchange between Megyn Kelly and Charlize Theron underscores the ongoing debates and personal tensions within the #MeToo movement. While both women have faced harassment in their careers, their public disagreement highlights the complex nature of speaking out and the perceived expectations placed on survivors to come forward on a certain timeline. As the movement continues to evolve, these conversations serve as a reminder of the challenges still faced by those grappling with the decision to share their stories.
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Megyn Kelly Slams Charlize Theron Over #MeToo Timeline Comments
Megyn Kelly criticized Charlize Theron for questioning her #MeToo timeline during the 2019 promotion of the film "Bombshell". Kelly responded to Theron's comments, saying she was "too p—y-footed" to share her own harassment allegations.
Megyn Kelly Slams Charlize Theron Over #MeToo Timeline Comments
Former Fox News anchor Megyn Kelly has harshly criticized actress Charlize Theron for questioning her #MeToo timeline during the 2019 promotion of the film "Bombshell," in which Theron portrayed Kelly. The controversy stems from comments Theron made suggesting Kelly was late in coming forward with her own allegations of sexual harassment against former Fox News CEO Roger Ailes.
Why this matters: The public spat between Kelly and Theron highlights the ongoing debates and personal tensions within the #MeToo movement, which has far-reaching implications for how we address and prevent sexual harassment in various industries. The controversy also underscores the challenges faced by survivors in deciding when to share their stories, and how their timelines are perceived by others.
In a recent episode of her SiriusXM radio show, Kelly addressed Theron's past remarks, saying, "B—h, you weren't even at the party. You'd never f—king came forward with any allegations. I'm sure you were harassed. But you're too p—y-footed to say anything about it. So take a seat." reveals Kelly's blunt response highlights the tension between the two women and their differing experiences with the #MeToo movement.
"Bombshell," released in 2019, is a dramatized account of the real-life events surrounding the sexual harassment scandal at Fox News. The film follows the stories of Kelly, Gretchen Carlson, and the fictional character Kayla Pospisil as they confront the toxic culture fostered by Ailes. Theron'sportrayalof Kelly garnered critical acclaim and earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress.
During the film's promotional tour, Theron was asked about Kelly's timeline in coming forward with her own harassment allegations against Ailes. Theron suggested that Kelly was "late to the party" and had been harassed years earlier but only spoke out later. These comments evidently struck a nerve with Kelly, prompting her recent public response.
Kelly has been vocal about her experiences with sexual harassment at Fox News and has become a prominent figure in the #MeToo movement. In her 2016 memoir "Settle for More," Kelly detailed the harassment she faced from Ailes, which she claimed began shortly after she joined the network in 2005. Kelly's allegations, along with those of other women at Fox News, ultimately led to Ailes' resignation in July 2016.
The public spat between Kelly and Theron is not the first time Kelly has criticized #MeToo timelines. Recently, she also called out Stormy Daniels' testimony in the ongoing Donald Trump hush money trial, labeling it "bulls—t MeToo revisionism." Kelly accused Daniels of revising her account of her alleged encounter with the former president.
The heated exchange between Megyn Kelly and Charlize Theron underscores the ongoing debates and personal tensions within the #MeToo movement. While both women have faced harassment in their careers, their public disagreement highlights the complex nature of speaking out and the perceived expectations placed on survivors to come forward on a certain timeline. As the movement continues to evolve, these conversations serve as a reminder of the challenges still faced by those grappling with the decision to share their stories.