Michelle Wolf's WHCD Speech Defended by Late-Night Hosts | THR News

Michelle Wolf's WHCD Speech Defended by Late-Night Hosts | THR News

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Late-night hosts defended comedian Michelle Wolf after her controversial performance at the White House Correspondents Dinner, where she faced backlash for jokes about Sarah Huckabee Sanders. Seth Meyers, James Corden, Jimmy Fallon, Trevor Noah, and Stephen Colbert all offered their perspectives, highlighting the comedic nature of Wolf's act and criticizing the backlash. Wolf expressed no regrets, emphasizing her commitment to speaking truth to power.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for the backlash against Michelle Wolf's performance at the White House Correspondents Dinner?

Her political affiliations

Her refusal to perform at the event

Her jokes about Sarah Huckabee Sanders' appearance

Her support for the Trump administration

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which late-night host defended Michelle Wolf by saying she is 'filthy and mean' but loved for those qualities?

James Corden

Seth Meyers

Jimmy Fallon

Trevor Noah

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was James Corden's humorous take on Trump's reaction to the White House Correspondents Dinner?

He joked that Trump was upset because Wolf stole his act

He criticized Wolf for her jokes

He said Trump was right to be upset

He agreed with Trump's declaration that the dinner was dead

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Trevor Noah address Michelle Wolf's comments on Sarah Huckabee Sanders?

He ignored the controversy entirely

He agreed with the backlash against Wolf

He pretended to be stern but highlighted Trump's own comments about women

He criticized Wolf for her lack of decency

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Michelle Wolf's response to the criticism she received for her performance?

She decided to quit comedy

She expressed regret over her jokes

She apologized for her comments

She stated she wouldn't change a single word