Former Fox Sports host Skip Bayless and Lil Wayne have a friendship that runs deep. Less than a month out from Super Bowl LIX, Bayless went to bat for Weezy and his belief that the New Orleans icon should be headlining the Super Bowl Halftime Show in his hometown.
“Sorry, Lil Wayne should obviously be the Super Bowl halftime show in New Orleans,” he wrote to X on Sunday (Jan. 12).
Of course, Kendrick Lamar has been tapped by the NFL to headline the Super Bowl Halftime Show in the Big Easy, which drew criticism from a range of Wayne’s rap peers, including Nicki Minaj, Master P and Cam’ron.
“Denying a young black man what he rightfully put into this game for no other reason but your ego,” Minaj said on X last year while seemingly targeting Jay-Z and Roc Nation, who has served as the league’s live music entertainment strategist since 2019.
Many Kendrick fans flooded Bayless’ replies, citing the recent lawsuit accusing the former host of sexual harassment. “Weird case???? Still around,” a TDE fan account responded while quoting Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us.”
According to the Associated Press, a hairstylist accused Bayless of repeatedly making unwanted sexual advances against her. She also claimed he offered her $1.5 million to have sex with him. Bayless has yet to address the lawsuit.
After Lil Wayne found out he’d been passed over for Kendrick, he admitted that the news was difficult for him to hear. “It hurt a whole lot,” he said at the time. “I blame myself for not being mentally prepared for a letdown, and for automatically mentally putting myself in that position like somebody told me that was my position. So I blame myself for that.”
However, in the time since, Weezy revealed he and Kendrick had been in contact. “I’ve spoken to him, and I wish him all the best and I told him he better kill it,” Wayne explained to Bayless in December.
“It just makes no sense to me. I don’t get it … their politics played … I don’t know,” Bayless said to Weezy, who replied: “That’s another part of it, there’s things I can’t control.”
Super Bowl LIX is slated for Feb. 9 in New Orleans where Lamar will hit the halftime show stage. Find Skip’s tweet above.
Former Fox Sports host Skip Bayless and rapper Lil Wayne share a close friendship that goes way back. As Super Bowl LIX approaches, Bayless voiced his support for Lil Wayne’s belief that the iconic New Orleans artist should headline the Super Bowl Halftime Show in his hometown.
Bayless Advocates for Lil Wayne
“Sorry, Lil Wayne should obviously be the Super Bowl halftime show in New Orleans,” he expressed on X on Sunday (Jan. 12).
Kendrick Lamar Chosen Over Lil Wayne
However, the NFL selected Kendrick Lamar to headline the Super Bowl Halftime Show in New Orleans, sparking criticism from various rap artists, including Nicki Minaj, Master P, and Cam’ron.
Minaj Speaks Out Against the Decision
Minaj expressed her disappointment, stating, “Denying a young black man what he rightfully put into this game for no other reason but your ego,” possibly targeting Jay-Z and Roc Nation, who have been involved with the NFL’s music entertainment strategy since 2019.
Backlash Against Bayless
Following a recent lawsuit alleging sexual harassment against Bayless, Kendrick Lamar fans criticized his actions. A TDE fan account referenced Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us” song, questioning the ongoing case.
Allegations Against Bayless
According to the Associated Press, a hairstylist accused Bayless of making unwanted sexual advances and offering her $1.5 million for sex. Bayless has yet to address these allegations.
Lil Wayne’s Reaction
After learning about being passed over for Kendrick, Lil Wayne expressed his disappointment, taking the blame for not mentally preparing for the letdown. However, he later revealed that he had spoken to Kendrick and wished him well for the performance.
Bayless and Lil Wayne’s Conversation
Bayless and Lil Wayne discussed the situation, with Bayless expressing confusion over the decision. Lil Wayne acknowledged that there were factors beyond his control influencing the choice.
Super Bowl Halftime Show
Super Bowl LIX is scheduled for Feb. 9 in New Orleans, where Kendrick Lamar will take the stage for the halftime show.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the controversy surrounding the Super Bowl Halftime Show selection has sparked discussions among fans and artists alike. Despite the decision, both Lil Wayne and Kendrick Lamar continue to show respect and support for each other.
FAQs
Q: Why was Lil Wayne not chosen for the Super Bowl Halftime Show?
A: The NFL selected Kendrick Lamar to headline the Super Bowl Halftime Show in New Orleans, leading to disappointment among Lil Wayne fans and supporters.
Q: What were the allegations against Skip Bayless?
A: A hairstylist accused Bayless of making unwanted sexual advances and offering her a significant sum of money for sexual favors. Bayless has not publicly addressed these allegations.
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