CBS Mornings co-host Gayle King has sparked controversy after quoting an anti-gay slur during an interview with comedian Matteo Lane. While discussing Lane's new cookbook, King mentioned a joke he made that included the slur, which many viewers found offensive. In response to the backlash, CBS stated they would remove the slur from video clips and reruns, but neither King nor Lane has publicly commented on the incident. The use of the slur, even in a humorous context, has raised concerns about its historical implications and the appropriateness of its casual use on a morning talk show.
The fact it was used so casually and laughed at on morning TV, even if she was quoting his standup, is really depressing.
We removed the slur from the later feeds of the show, as you can see on our social channels.
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