Don Lemon did not hold back when responding to Megyn Kelly’s harsh comments about Joy Reid. After MSNBC canceled Reid’s show, Kelly celebrated her departure and called her “the absolute worst person on television.” Lemon quickly fired back, reminding Kelly that NBC once removed her from the air as well.
“No, the worst person on television was fired from NBC and the Today show a few years ago, and that’s Megyn Kelly! That’s the worst person who’s not on television anymore. It’s you! So, hoorah for that. NBC did something good with that,” Don Lemon
His response quickly made waves online, reigniting a feud between the two media personalities.
Megyn Kelly Criticized Joy Reid After Her MSNBC Show Was Canceled
Joy Reid’s departure from MSNBC led to mixed reactions, but Kelly’s response stood out. She made it clear that she was happy about the cancellation, calling Reid “the absolute worst person on television.” Kelly has often targeted liberal news anchors, but her comments about Reid struck a deeper nerve.
Joy Reid has viciously mocked the tears of every white person she’s helped cancel over the years for some imaginary racial slight. She’s had zero empathy for anyone. Now she wants us to feel sorry for her.
— Megyn Kelly (@megynkelly) February 24, 2025
WE DON’T. https://t.co/Wk1zv7wZd3
Many saw her reaction as part of a pattern of dismissing Black women in media. Kelly’s history includes past controversies, such as her remarks questioning why Blackface was offensive and her open criticism of diversity efforts in the industry.
Don Lemon Calls Out Megyn Kelly for Attacking Women on TV
Lemon did not stop at defending Reid. He also pointed out that Kelly has a habit of attacking women in the media, exposing her past remarks about CNN anchor Kaitlan Collins.
Kelly previously called Collins “extremely boring” and said she had “no personality.” She even went as far as to describe Collins as a “cold-hearted b**ch.”
Lemon questioned why Kelly felt the need to insult other women in media. “Was that really necessary? And how is that supportive of women? Now, she could’ve given some advice and said, ‘Hey, you need to somehow establish a bond or connection with your audience.’ She doesn’t have to call the woman a B,” he said.
His comments pointed to a larger issue of media personalities tearing each other down instead of offering constructive criticism.
A Longstanding Rivalry in the Media
This is not the first time Lemon and Kelly have clashed. Both have spent years in high-profile media positions, often landing in controversy. Lemon, who was fired from CNN in 2023, and Kelly, who lost her position at NBC in 2018, have both had their share of media battles.
Their latest exchange reflects the ongoing political and personal divides in cable news. Liberal and conservative hosts often engage in public feuds, and this incident is another example of how media figures use these conflicts to reinforce their political positions.
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What Happens Next in the Lemon and Kelly Feud
With both Lemon and Kelly known for speaking their minds, this feud may not end here. The back-and-forth showcases the tensions that exist in media and how public figures use controversy to stay in the conversation.
Lemon made it clear that he is not afraid to call out Kelly’s past actions, and Kelly has not been one to back down easily. Whether this will escalate further remains to be seen, but one thing is certain—media rivalries continue to shape public discussions on television and social media.
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