Media Matters for America recently leaked videos featuring Tucker Carlson, the fired Fox News host, which have sparked quite a stir in the media and political arenas. The footage shows Carlson engaging in questionable behavior and making offensive remarks, including referring to a woman as “yummy” while recording his popular show before being fired.
In the leaked videos, Carlson and fellow Fox host Piers Morgan are seen discussing potentially off-color topics for their show. Morgan lightheartedly responds by mentioning Carlson’s recent segment on masculinity and joking about his “tanning testicles.”
In another off-camera clip, Carlson humorously calls someone’s girlfriend “yummy,” only to quickly clarify that he’s joking, and he mocks the possibility of the footage being leaked to Media Matters – which ultimately happened.
These leaked videos have led to speculation about whether Carlson’s comments played a role in his dismissal from the network. Although Fox News has not publicly disclosed the reasons behind Carlson’s departure, some believe that his private messages and comments about network leadership could be factors.
The leak coincides with a workplace harassment lawsuit filed by former Fox producer Abby Grossberg, who was terminated shortly before the network settled a massive defamation lawsuit filed by Dominion Voting Systems for $787 million. Grossberg has threatened to release more recordings exposing misconduct by top hosts and executives at Fox.
One particularly contentious video features Carlson making crude comments about his “post-menopausal fans” – middle-aged women. The New York Times had previously reported on Carlson’s “yummy” comment based on an anonymous source, but the video evidence was only released on May 2.
In response to Grossberg’s claims, Fox has dismissed them as groundless and vowed to defend against them.
Carlson, a conservative political commentator, has had a rollercoaster of a career at Fox News, marked by both success and controversy. Over the years, he has become one of the most recognizable faces on the network.
Carlson joined Fox News as a contributor in 2009, and his career at the network took off in 2016 when he became the host of “Tucker Carlson Tonight.” The show quickly gained popularity for its hard-hitting interviews and unapologetically conservative perspective. As the show’s ratings soared, Carlson became a leading voice for right-leaning viewers, who appreciated his no-nonsense approach to political commentary.
Carlson’s show was the subject of numerous controversies, including accusations of promoting divisive rhetoric and conspiracy theories. Several advertisers pulled their support from “Tucker Carlson Tonight” in response to some of his more inflammatory statements.
Despite the controversies surrounding his time at Fox News, Tucker Carlson’s impact on American political discourse cannot be denied. His staunchly conservative views, confrontational interviewing style, and willingness to tackle controversial subjects earned him a dedicated following and solidified his place as one of the most influential political commentators of his time.
