Stephen Jackson Responds To Joke About George Floyd

Stephen Jackson Responds To Joke About George Floyd. We should agree that some things should be off limits, as it relates to making jokes about death. However, some comedians may differ, saying it’s just jokes. Well, former NBA star Stephen Jackson did like the joke about his deceased friend. So, he shares his thoughts.

Stephen Jackson Responds to Controversial George Floyd Joke

The recent Netflix Is A Joke Festival featured the highly anticipated Roast of Kevin Hart.

But the event took a somber turn after a joke regarding the late George Floyd. That comment sparked widespread outrage. Among the most vocal critics is former NBA star Stephen Jackson, a lifelong friend of Floyd, who has publicly condemned the remarks.

The Joke That Sparked Backlash

During the roast, comedian Tony Hinchcliffe took a jab at Hart’s standing within the Black community by referencing Floyd’s death. Hinchcliffe stated:

“The Black community is so proud of you… right now George Floyd is looking up at us all laughing so hard he can’t breathe.”

The punchline, which mocked Floyd’s final moments, immediately drew gasps from the audience and has since been slammed by Floyd’s family and foundations as “sad for the culture” and “cruel.”

Stephen Jackson’s Reaction

Stephen Jackson, who famously referred to Floyd as his “Twin” and became a leading voice in the 2020 social justice movement, did not hold back. In a series of passionate responses, Jackson attacked the decision to include such a joke in the broadcast.

• Critique of Kevin Hart: Jackson expressed disappointment in Hart for allowing the joke to air, suggesting that, as the lead of the show, Hart had the power to protect his friend’s memory.

• Defense of Floyd’s Legacy: Jackson argued that there is a “line” in comedy that should not be crossed, especially when it involves Black trauma and the murder of an innocent man.

• The “Roast” Culture: While roasts are known for being “edgy,” Jackson and other critics argue that Hinchcliffe’s joke was less about humor and more about an obsession with disparaging Floyd, noting that Hinchcliffe had made similar remarks in past sets.

Broader Industry Impact

The controversy has reignited a debate over comedic boundaries on major streaming platforms like Netflix. While some fans defend the “anything goes” nature of roasts, many others, including The Gianna and George Floyd Foundation, feel that using a man’s suffocation as a punchline is a step too far in an era attempting to heal racial divides.

As of now, Kevin Hart has addressed the general criticism of the roast but has not issued a specific public apology to Jackson or the Floyd family regarding the specific “he can’t breathe” bit.

Do you think there should be stricter editorial oversight of live-streamed comedy events regarding sensitive social issues?

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