Former NFL star Julian Edelman confuses internet with his ‘gay’ comments during Tom Brady roast
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Former American football wide receiver Julian Edelman caused a stir on the internet with his recent comments during a Netflix comedy special roasting his former NFL teammate Tom Brady. The comments have sparked confusion and debate among fans and the LGBTQ+ community.
During the roast, which featured comedians poking fun at Brady’s personal life and career, Edelman decided to address the ongoing joke among NFL fans that he and Brady are “gay” for each other. Edelman’s quip about their supposed relationship caught many off guard, with some fans declaring it as the “joke of the special” while others expressed confusion and shock.
The punchline referenced a 2015 NFL controversy in which Brady was suspended for four games and fined for his involvement in a scandal where footballs were deflated to give his team an advantage. Edelman’s joke about deflating balls added an extra layer of humor to the situation but also raised eyebrows among viewers.
Brady and Edelman’s relationship has been a subject of interest for years, with some fans even writing fan fiction about the pair online. In 2022, after Brady announced his retirement, Edelman shared a photo of them together with a caption that further fueled fan theories and jokes about their bond.
In addition to his comments about Brady, Edelman also made a controversial remark seemingly directed at former NFL player Aaron Hernandez, who died by suicide in 2017. The joke referencing Hernandez’s tragic end drew audible gasps from the audience, highlighting the sensitivity of the subject matter.
Despite joking about being “gay for” Tom Brady, Julian Edelman is publicly straight and has never come out as a member of the LGBTQ+ community. He has been in relationships with women in the past and has a daughter with model Ella Rose.
The incident has sparked discussions about humor, boundaries, and LGBTQ+ representation in sports. While some fans found Edelman’s comments amusing, others felt that they crossed a line or were in poor taste. The LGBTQ+ community also had mixed reactions, with some expressing discomfort at the joke’s implications.
Overall, Julian Edelman’s comments during the Tom Brady roast have ignited a conversation about comedy, sports culture, and the line between humor and offense. As the internet continues to buzz with reactions and debates, it remains to be seen how this incident will impact perceptions of LGBTQ+ representation in the world of professional sports.
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