Meghan McCain has disapproved of Jennifer Lopez, citing a negative experience on her podcast.
The former "The View" co-host detailed issues with Lopez's demeanor and the size of her entourage during past appearances on the talk show.
According to Daily Mail, Megan McCain sparked conversations when she labeled Jennifer Lopez as a "deeply unpleasant person" during an episode of her podcast. This comment was part of a broader discussion surrounding the singer's declining career trajectory and personal challenges.
Meghan McCain further critiqued Jennifer Lopez for having a notably large entourage, even larger than other high-profile celebrities or political figures. "She had the biggest entourage I've ever seen of any celebrity. More than Kim Kardashian, more than the President," McCain stated.
Given Jennifer Lopez's concurrent personal and professional difficulties, McCain expressed remorse over her statements despite her strong opinions.
Recently, Jennifer Lopez faced setbacks, including canceling her much-anticipated tour due to poor ticket sales. This decision came about as Lopez desired to focus more on family time amidst her demanding career.
Lopez's recent musical projects have not fared as well as expected, prompting her to rebrand her tour, focusing on greatest hits to attract more attendees.
Parallel to her career, Lopez has been battling rumors regarding her marital life with actor Ben Affleck. These speculations have added to the media scrutiny around her.
Meghan McCain's podcast discussion made headlines and even transitioned into a viral TikTok video, highlighting her experience with Lopez. The video was briefly taken down amid accusations of bullying but was later restored.
Meghan McCain clarified her remark in an attempt to soften the perceived harshness, "All I said was that she had a huge entourage and that she was not my favorite guest I've ever interviewed."
McCain shared on her podcast:
I feel bad right now because I feel like [there's] bullying happening to JLo, and I don’t want to add to that. I'm gonna get in trouble for this, but my big memory of JLo is, that there was a person whose entire job was to hold up a mirror with lights while they were touching her up backstage.
An insider close to Lopez commented on the artist's hopes for her rebranded tour, "Jennifer saw how well Taylor Swift did with the Eras Tour and Madonna did with Celebration, which spans their entire careers, and she hopes to be able to deliver something that will take her fans through the journey of her life."
McCain's comments have sparked a dialogue not just about star behavior but also the pressures and challenges faced by celebrities in maintaining their public and private lives. Will Lopez's re-strategized career moves to regain her foothold in an ever-changing music industry remains to be seen. As for McCain, her candid reflections offer a glimpse into the complexities of hosting high-profile guests and the reservations they may evoke.
