Months After Claiming Rihanna Is No Beyonce, Stephen A. Smith Slams Fans for Criticism: “People Are Looking for an Excuse to B**ch and Moan”

Stephen A. Smith has become one of the most influential figures in sports media. From being in charge of the top-rated morning debate show ‘First Take’, to having his own show outside of his ESPN endeavors, the 55-year-old has taken sports journalism to a whole new level. Even with his over-the-top persona, Stephen A. is very professional when he is on First Take. But Smith shows the world his more brutal side when he is on The Stephen A. Smith Show. With his diverse portfolio, Stephen A. is reportedly making a staggering $12 million every year.

Stephen A. Smith slammed the fans for being outraged about his comments on pop stars Rihanna and Beyonce, which he made a few months back on Sherri Shepherd’s show.

Stephen A. Smith addresses the backlash from Rihanna-Beyonce comparison

As a guest on Sherri Shepherd’s daytime talk show ‘Sherri’, Stephen A. talked about Rihanna performing at this year’s Super Bowl Halftime Show. After singing praises of the 9-time Grammy-winning artist, Smith said this about Rihanna, “There is one thing she is not. She ain’t Beyonce.” Beyonce has won a whopping 32 Grammys over the course of her music career and is considered the biggest pop star in history by many. Stephen A.’s comments enraged the fans immediately, and the crowd started booing the ESPN analyst.

Addressing the backlash from his comments, Stephen A. said, “People are looking for an excuse to b**ch and moan, and so they’re going to have that kind of attitude, and they’re going to feel that way.” Stephen A. revealed that he was shocked by the reaction of the fans, “I thought it was indicative of the times that we live in.” His comments were not to disrespect Rihanna in any way. He was just stating his preference in music by choosing Beyonce over anyone else. Stephen A. Smith issued an apology following his comments.

Stephen A. Smith does not care about the backlash

According to Stephen A., we are living in a highly sensitive time where everything a person says is magnified and blown out of proportion. “Either you have to watch every little thing you say, or most of the time, you simply can’t give a damn about the backlash.” Stephen A. added, revealing that he has never cared about backlash while speaking his mind.

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Being a sports journalist and constantly giving opinions on famous personalities, it is natural that Stephen A.’s words might rub some people the wrong way. But that will not stop him from giving his fans what they want.

With his hot takes and over-the-top personality, Stephen A. Smith is a perfect figure for television. It does not matter if people hate him or love him. One thing is certain, Stephen A. is entertaining, and fans love to hear what he has to say.

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