Meryl Streep Reacts to Controversial Jockstrap Joke at 2024 Emmys

The joke by presenters Rob McElhenney and Kaitlin Olson left viewers divided and sparked online debate.

Meryl Streep was visibly shocked by a jockstrap joke made by presenters Rob McElhenney and Kaitlin Olson during the 2024 Emmys.
The joke occurred while the couple was presenting the award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series, for which Streep was nominated.
Viewers were split on social media, with some finding the joke 'cringe' and others praising Streep's reaction.
Liza Colón-Zayas won the award, making history as the first Latina to win in that category.
Streep and her 'Only Murders in the Building' co-star Martin Short were seen looking cozy, fueling ongoing dating rumors.