Russell Brand Reflects on Marriage to Katy Perry and Criticizes Justin Trudeau Russell Brand opened up about his past marriage to pop star Katy Perry and her current relationship with former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau during an interview with Megyn Kelly. The comedian and actor recounted how he and Perry met on the set of his 2010 film Get Him to the Greek, where she filmed a cameo that didn’t make the final cut. The pair confirmed their engagement in early 2010 and married in Hawaii in October of that year. Their marriage, however, ended in December 2011, just 14 months later. Perry later told Vogue she hadn’t spoken to Brand since he informed her of his decision to divorce her, describing his inability to “handle” her being his “equal.” Brand discussed his new book, How to Become a Christian in 7 Days, during the interview, taking responsibility for the failures in his marriage. He admitted he “didn’t handle that marriage very well” and acknowledged that his issues stemmed from being “married to the idea of celebrity.” He explained that while he loved Perry, he was also drawn to the attention their relationship generated. “When you fall in love with someone, like, isn’t it amazing to be in love? Isn’t it so amazing,” he asked. “Well, imagine that sort of compounded with everyone else acting like it’s important. It’s like, ‘Oh my god.’” Brand described Perry as “a very beautiful person” who “worked really, really hard” to achieve her success. He admitted feeling intimidated by her stardom and confessed to viewing her as a “big, glorious thing” despite knowing her as an individual. He took full blame for pushing for an early marriage, driven by his insecurity and belief that being married to Perry would make him “more important.#megyn_kelly #katy_perry #justin_trudeau #russell_brand #orlando_bloom
Megyn Kelly Criticizes Michelle Obama for Focusing on Racial Grievances Michelle Obama’s reflections on her time as first lady sparked controversy after being shared on her podcast, IMO, with comedian Conan O’Brien. During the conversation, O’Brien recounted a visit to a U.S. military base in the Middle East years ago, noting that Obama’s team adhered strictly to rules to avoid special treatment. This prompted Obama to discuss the heightened scrutiny she and her husband, Barack Obama, faced as the first Black family in the White House. She argued that their behavior would not have been tolerated under the current administration, a remark many interpreted as a critique of President Donald Trump. Obama emphasized the pressure of breaking racial barriers, stating, “You don’t get here without being (…) near perfect.” She also highlighted the expectation of perfection during their eight years in office, suggesting that any misstep would have been magnified. However, Megyn Kelly, a Fox News host, took issue with the framing of the conversation. On her show, Kelly accused Obama of repeatedly centering her experiences through a lens of racial grievance rather than acknowledging the service members they visited during the trip. Kelly criticized Obama for what she called “whining,” arguing that the discussion shifted focus from the troops to Obama’s personal struggles. “She is so small-minded,” Kelly said, “This is the only lens through which she sees her experience as first lady.” She also expressed frustration with what she described as a recurring theme in Obama’s public remarks since leaving the White House. “I’ve had it,” Kelly declared. “I am done listening to her whine.#megyn_kelly #michelle_obama #conan_o_brien #barack_obama #glenn_greenwald
America Begins War with Iran Megyn Kelly discusses the recent bombing of Iran, which has resulted in the deaths of four U.S. service members, and expresses skepticism about President Donald Trump’s military actions in the region. She questions the rationale behind the conflict, particularly the collaboration with Israel, and highlights concerns over the potential escalation of hostilities. The conversation shifts to the broader implications of the war, with former U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene addressing the spread of pro-war propaganda on social media and in mainstream media. Greene argues that the conflict represents a departure from MAGA principles, challenging the notion of America First and questioning whether certain factions of the right are celebrating the military action. Sohrab Ahmari, editor of UnHerd, joins the discussion to critique the war, citing America’s history of failed Middle East interventions. He criticizes the media’s role in amplifying the conflict, noting the lack of accountability for Trump’s decisions. Ahmari also explores the risks of prolonged military engagement, including the possibility of American troops being deployed to the region. Rich Lowry and Charles Cooke of National Review weigh in on the global reaction to the war, including celebrations in Iran following the removal of the Ayatollah. They argue that the conflict could benefit U.S. interests and the international community, though they acknowledge the need for clearer explanations from Trump’s administration. The duo also discusses the political fallout, including potential impacts on upcoming midterm elections and relations with China and Russia. The discussion underscores the complexity of the war, with participants debating its strategic, financial, and ideological consequences.#rich_lowry #charles_cooke #sohrab_ahmari #megyn_kelly #marjorie_taylor_green
Megyn Kelly confronted Elisabeth Hasselbeck during a heated exchange on The View on Tuesday, escalating tensions between the former colleagues after Hasselbeck criticized her during a fill-in hosting stint. Hasselbeck, serving as a guest host for the second day, directly challenged Kelly during a discussion about Trump’s recent Iran attacks. “How dare you tell a military person who has sacrificed their lives for our nation, in our uniform, when they are sacrificing their lives in our uniform—how dare you tell them or their families or our nation what they died for?” she asked, referencing Kelly’s past comments on the war in Iran. When co-host Joy Behar warned Kelly that Hasselbeck was known for her fiery rants, Hasselbeck responded, “I’m not afraid of her.” Kelly retaliated by mocking Hasselbeck’s past departure from The View in 2013, when she was fired after frequent clashes with her left-leaning co-hosts. “Elisabeth was too weak to handle the ladies of The View and even the morning set on Fox and Friends,” Kelly said, highlighting their history of conflict. Hasselbeck had later joined Fox and Friends as a co-host, working alongside Kelly for two years before leaving the show in 2015. The exchange revealed a lack of camaraderie between the pair, with Kelly accusing Hasselbeck of retreating from public scrutiny to avoid criticism. “She ran from the public square into exile so she could avoid mean people saying unflattering things about her—and there are many to say,” Kelly said. She further mocked Hasselbeck’s return to the spotlight, questioning her authority to dictate conversations about the Iran conflict. “Now she thinks she’s going to come back for a day and be the arbiter of appropriate conversation around the war we just launched in Iran? Please.#megyn_kelly #the_view #elisabeth_hasselbeck #joy_behar #fox_and_friends
