Nikki Glaser’s parents, Julie and Edward Glaser, have issued an apology following their controversial remarks about Julia Roberts at a recent Taylor Swift concert. The incident, which quickly went viral, saw the Glasers comment on Roberts’ interaction with NFL star Travis Kelce.
The Incident at Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour
During Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour in Dublin, Ireland, Julia Roberts was seen engaging with Travis Kelce, a tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs. Roberts, 56, appeared to be tickling Kelce’s chest, which led to varied reactions from fans and spectators. Julie Glaser reacted to this interaction in a video, calling Roberts “gross” for her behavior.
“She’s so gross,” Julie commented in the video, which also featured Nikki Glaser agreeing that the interaction was “a little much.” Edward Glaser humorously added that Kelce seemed to be “trying to get away” from Roberts.
The Apology
Following the backlash, Julie Glaser took to Instagram to apologize for her choice of words. “I probably should’ve said something different than the word ‘gross,’” she said in a video posted on Tuesday. Julie admitted that “gross” was not the appropriate word and that she should have described the interaction as “weird” instead.
“I’m issuing an apology right now for using the word ‘gross,’ but I think it was really weird,” Julie clarified. Nikki Glaser, in the background of the video, acknowledged that the comment “maybe wasn’t so nice.”
Edward Glaser humorously noted that it was “too late” to apologize since the reaction had already made headlines.
Travis Kelce’s Surprise Appearance
Travis Kelce surprised his girlfriend, Taylor Swift, by attending her concert in Dublin. Kelce had just attended his teammate Clyde Edwards-Helaire’s wedding in California and traveled over 5,000 miles to be at the show. His presence was unexpected and delighted Swift, who spotted him in the audience.
Kelce has been making headlines not just for his performances on the field, but also for his dedication to following Swift on her tour. This was his second appearance at one of her shows, following his debut with her at Wembley the previous week.
Reactions to the Interaction
The interaction between Julia Roberts and Travis Kelce sparked various reactions on social media. Some found Roberts’ actions uncomfortable, with one user commenting, “The chest scratch is an odd choice.”
However, others defended the actress, noting that her touchy behavior might simply be her way of interacting, and she is old enough to be Kelce’s mother.
Despite the mixed reactions, the incident highlighted the sometimes unpredictable nature of public figures’ interactions and the rapid spread of their actions on social media.
The Glaser family’s remarks and subsequent apology serve as a reminder of the importance of mindful speech, especially in the age of social media. While Julie Glaser has retracted her “gross” comment, the incident underscores the varying interpretations of public interactions and the swift public response they can generate.
The information is taken from PinkVilla and MSN