Comedian Recalls When Ex Cowboys Fullback Confronted Jamie Foxx Jamie Foxx, the Oscar-winning actor and comedian, is well known for his deep admiration of the Dallas Cowboys. His passion for the team has led him to participate in Cowboys training camp events in the past. This enthusiasm naturally led him to accept an invitation to host a roast for Hall of Fame running back Emmitt Smith. Roasts are typically lighthearted gatherings where attendees humorously critique the person being honored, but comedian and actor Joe Torry claims the event took an unexpected turn during Foxx’s performance. According to Torry, Foxx’s jokes about former Cowboys fullback Daryl “Moose” Johnston escalated beyond playful teasing, crossing into personal territory. Johnston, who had previously played for the Cowboys, was reportedly upset by the remarks. The incident reportedly escalated backstage, where Johnston and his wife confronted Foxx. Torry described the confrontation as intense, with Johnston and his wife nearly coming to physical blows. “They were backstage about to whoop his a**… ‘How dare you?’” Torry recounted, emphasizing the emotional weight of the moment. Torry also noted that Johnston’s speech during the event was unusually subdued, which may have contributed to Foxx’s decision to target him. At the time, Johnston was actively pursuing a broadcasting career, a goal he eventually achieved with Fox Sports. However, Johnston’s segment was not included in the final broadcast of “Shaq’s All-Star Comedy Roast of Emmitt Smith.” The reason for its omission remains unclear, though Johnston reportedly feared it could harm his career. Despite this, the incident did not affect Foxx’s standing, as he later won an Academy Award for his role in the film “Ray.#dallas_cowboys #jamie_foxx #daryl_moose_johnston #emmitt_smith #joe_torry
