Overview
- As the roughly 10–11 minute interview wrapped, Simmons asked anchor Maritsa Georgiou, “Are you still modeling?” prompting her to clarify she does not and to close the segment.
- The discussion had focused on the American Music Fairness Act, which would require AM/FM radio to pay performance royalties to recording artists.
- Simmons was in Washington, D.C., for KISS’s Kennedy Center Honors recognition and was slated to testify in favor of the bill on Tuesday.
- Georgiou later referenced the moment on Instagram, and coverage notes no additional statement or apology from Simmons beyond the interview.
- Outlets contextualized the exchange with previous criticism of Simmons for appearance-focused remarks, including backlash in 2024 during a Dancing with the Stars guest-judging stint.