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NASHVILLE, TN – JUNE 05: Former NBA player Charles Barkley speaks during a press conference prior to Game Four of the 2017 NHL Stanley Cup Final between the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Nashville Predators at the Bridgestone Arena on June 5, 2017 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Frederick Breedon/Getty Images)
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NASHVILLE, TN – JUNE 05: Former NBA player Charles Barkley speaks during a press conference prior to Game Four of the 2017 NHL Stanley Cup Final between the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Nashville Predators at the Bridgestone Arena on June 5, 2017 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Frederick Breedon/Getty Images)
Charles Barkley has a thing for news headlines. Almost every word from the legend finds its way into the headlines. Erudite and hilarious, his antics and conversation are always the center of people’s attention. While the entire NBA world loves him for his honest personality, American television host and comedian recently declared that the NBA legend is his favorite as well. The comedian has hosted numerous guests in his popular show.
Jimmy Kimmel bestowing the ‘favorite’ title on Sir Charles shed light on another important matter. His words reminded us that it is time that we give Sir Charles another title. Before we discuss it, let’s find out more about it.
Why did Jimmy Kimmel choose Charles Barkley?
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On the latest episode of the podcast, ‘Strike Force Five,’ Jimmy Kimmel and several other celebrities such as Jimmy Fallon came together. During the conversation, one of the members, John Oliver of HBO’s ‘Last Week with John Oliver’, brought Barkley into the conversation. He praised the analyst for his entertaining personality. As they spoke about his show, Kimmel chimed in, “I think he’s my favorite guest of all the guests. There’s nobody I enjoy talking to more than Barkley.”
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Former professional basketball player Charles Barkley walks the grounds after the morning session during the Allen & Co. conference in Sun Valley, Idaho, U.S., on Thursday, July 13, 2017. The 34th annual Allen & Co. conference gathers many of America’s wealthiest and most powerful people in media, technology, and sports. Photographer: David Paul Morris/Bloomberg via Getty Images
Speaking of the Philadelphia 76ers legend, the host recalled a story about him. The NBA legend is known for having an honest and rebellious personality. Kimmel shared how, in one of his interviews, Barkley broke a rule as soon as he entered the room. According to the host, he received a request from Barkley’s publicist to avoid any words about drinking or gambling.
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However, Barkley seemed far from complying with the rules or requests. The $50 million rich host is also Barkley’s favorite host. Then why did the analyst reject his invitation?
Charles Barkley rejected Jimmy Kimmel’s invitation for an odd reason
In an interview, Sir Charles shared how he had to always turn down Kimmel’s invitation to join him for a trip to Idaho. The reason behind it is the town itself. He revealed that there is nothing interesting about the place.
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Furthermore, he added how he would not visit Idaho even if he were invited by his friends or favorite people. What do you think? Will he ever visit Idaho? Have you thought of a new nickname for Barkley? Do tell us in the comments below.
