The year just keeps getting worse for Dana White. The UFC President entered the year with controversy and the weeks that have followed have brought nothing but negativity in his life. He has also apologized following the controversial incident. Moreover, the UFC Boss discussed with the press how he feels regarding the incident. The 53-year-old also discussed some punishments that he would have to face. However, the professional side of White is taking hit after hit after the viral video was released. From “immediate removal” request to changes in Power Slap League, Twitter reacts to the turmoil the UFC President finds himself in.
Fans react as major changes seen in Dana White’s Power Slap League
Fans recently saw the Power Slap League commercial. To their surprise, the commercial did not feature Dana White. The users of the internet have cited the latest controversy surrounding White to be the reason for his omission from the commercial.
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David Bixenspan reported, “No Dana White in the Power slap ad. #AEWDynamite”.
No Dana White in the Power slap ad. #AEWDynamite
— David Bixenspan (@davidbix) January 12, 2023
One fan hilariously commented that this might be another punishment for the UFC Boss. This was in reference to his earlier interview regarding the incident.
Another part of his punishment
— Den Den (@ManapuaVanMan) January 12, 2023
Another social media user had something funny to say regarding the news.
I'm not gonna let them dropping #DanaWhite from the branding on #PowerSlap make me forget about #DanaWhite slapping his wife @TBSNetwork
— Trayvon Fudgesicle (@Ashtrayvon) January 12, 2023
Furthermore, one fan was astonished to hear the news.
No Dana in the White Power Slap commercial.
— Bad News Da Chief Rocka🧊🥶☝🏿💀🔪WWKND (@5Deuce4Tre7) January 12, 2023
Another fan reported that it won’t be a punishment for Dana White to leave UFC as he has Power Slap League coming up.
He literally has a show coming out called Power Slap. Js
— Burgh-Boy 412 (@ChefBreal707) January 12, 2023
Another fan had a reaction for all the White’s controversy in the recent weeks.
He's starting a Power Slap League. He wants People slapping each other in public. How can he apologize when he'll be profiting off of such actions shortly?
— Your Canadian GirlFriend (@YourCanadianGF) January 12, 2023
However, another fan seems excited about the Power Slap League.
He should have to do the power slap thing🤣at least we can get some good tv out of this shit
— Rhett Healey (@HealeyRhett) January 12, 2023
While another fan had a ‘dark’ take on the sensitive subject.
Was @danawhite ‘s New Years Eve slap a preview of his new venture: #powerslap #tbs #ufc #istilllovemyladytho
— POC (@POC31) January 12, 2023
Furthermore, one fan was astonished to see the face of Power Slap League omitted from the commercial.
Amazing Dana White completely erased from the Power Slap promo
— Corey Richman (@paladin808) January 12, 2023
The internet, like always, provided mixed reactions to the fans from its users.
What’s next for Dana White?
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The controversial video definitely created turmoil in Dana White’s professional life. Moreover, The UFC President also was on the receiving end of major scrutiny by California Legislators.
The Legislators sent a letter to the CEO of UFC’s parent company Endeavor demanding the “immediate removal” of White as President. It remains to be seen what steps could be taken regarding the concerned matter.
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Dana White’s future at the company is unpredicted. Moreover, one of the most influential personalities in combat sports sees himself out of the commercial of the league that he created.