English actor Hugh Grant recently made headlines for making a rude remark about his former co-star Drew Barrymore’s singing skills.
During a promotional spree for his upcoming movie Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves, Grant and his co-stars Chris Pine and Michelle Rodriguez were asked a series of questions about their past work.
One of the questions was whether Grant actually sang in the 2007 romantic comedy Music and Lyrics. Grant responded by saying that he did, but he was auto-tuned.
He then went on to say that Barrymore’s singing was “just horrendous” and that he had heard dogs bark better than her.
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Barrymore, who starred alongside Grant in Music and Lyrics, responded to his comment by posting a video of herself singing the song “Way Back Into Love” from the film on her Instagram page.
The video was accompanied by the caption “#SingForHughGrant JOIN ME,” and in the video, she can be seen singing the song holding a hairbrush as the microphone. Once she finishes, she adds, “Oh Hugh, Bert, Hubert, that’s for you.”
Grant’s comment about Barrymore’s singing skills has received backlash from fans and critics alike. Many have called his remark rude and unnecessary, especially since he and Barrymore have worked together before and have a history of being on good terms.
This is not the first time that Grant has made offensive comments or snarky remarks. In the past, he has been criticized for his behavior towards model Ashley Graham and for making an inappropriate joke while presenting at the Oscars with Andie MacDowell.
Grant’s behavior is often seen as problematic, and his latest comment about Barrymore is a clear example of how his behavior can be hurtful and insensitive.
While some may argue that his comments were made in jest, it is important to remember that words have power, and celebrities have a responsibility to use their platform to spread positivity and kindness.
On the work front, Hugh Grant’s Dungeons & Dragons: Honour Among Thieves is set to release on March 31, while Drew Barrymore’s talk show, The Drew Barrymore Show, was renewed for a fourth season in January 2023.
She also launched her lifestyle magazine, Drew Magazine, in June 2021.
In conclusion, Hugh Grant’s recent comment about Drew Barrymore’s singing skills has sparked controversy and criticism from fans and critics.
While it is important to remember that celebrities are also human and can make mistakes, it is equally important to hold them accountable for their actions and words.
Celebrities have a platform and a responsibility to use it to spread positivity and kindness, and it is our duty as fans and consumers to demand better from them.