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Megyn Kelly Fires Back at George Clooney Over Journalism Critique

Kelly accuses Clooney of hypocrisy and partisan cowardice after his comments questioning her journalistic credentials and defending his portrayal of her in his Broadway play.

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Megyn Kelly fiercely defends her journalism credentials against George Clooney's criticism, accusing him of hypocrisy and cowardice for his delayed op-ed on President Biden.
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Overview

  • George Clooney questioned Megyn Kelly's journalistic qualifications in a Variety interview, citing his own experiences reporting from conflict zones.
  • Kelly responded with an 11-minute monologue on her SiriusXM podcast, defending her career and accusing Clooney of hypocrisy for delaying his 2024 op-ed on President Biden's candidacy.
  • Clooney defended the use of Kelly's real words in a montage featured in his Broadway play, 'Good Night, and Good Luck,' insisting they were presented without manipulation.
  • Kelly criticized Clooney's political interventions, labeling his op-ed as 'naked partisanship' and suggesting his Broadway pivot reflects diminishing Hollywood opportunities.
  • The feud escalated with personal attacks, including Kelly calling Patti LuPone 'Broadway's biggest and oldest bully' following LuPone's remarks supporting Clooney's critique.