Harrison Butker

2024 - 7 - 13

Serena Williams vs. Harrison Butker: The ESPYs Drama Unfolds

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Find out why Serena Williams took a stand against Harrison Butker at the ESPY Awards and how Butker responded. Drama at its finest!

Serena Williams and Harrison Butker found themselves at the center of a fiery exchange during the recent ESPY Awards. It all began with Butker's controversial speech in May, where he expressed views on women, Pride month, and abortion that sparked outrage among many. Serena Williams, as the host, didn't hold back and took a direct swipe at Butker during the ceremony, suggesting that women didn't need him in their sports. The clash between the tennis icon and the NFL kicker captivated the audience and ignited discussions on gender equality and athletes' responsibilities.

Despite the tension, Harrison Butker didn't stay silent. He responded to Serena Williams' comments, defending his freedom of speech and position. The exchange at the ESPYs highlighted the power of words in the world of sports and the impact they can have on social dynamics. As the drama unfolded, both Butker and Williams stood firm in their perspectives, showcasing the complexities of navigating controversial issues in the public eye.

In a twist of events, Butker's remarks and Williams' responses at the ESPY Awards shed light on the ongoing conversations surrounding gender, sports, and social activism. The clash between the two personalities sparked debates across social media platforms, demonstrating the influence of sports figures in shaping societal narratives. As the dust settles, the Butker-Williams confrontation at the ESPYs will be remembered as a moment that challenged norms and sparked reflection on the role of athletes in promoting inclusion and diversity in the sports industry.

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Women 'don't need' Harrison Butker after controversial speech, says ... (The Guardian)

Butker in May railed against working women, Pride month and abortion in speech that won him support from US conservatives.

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Serena Williams takes shot at Harrison Butker while hosting ESPYs ... (NBC News)

ESPYs host Serena Williams and Quinta Brunson took a jab at Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker during the awards ceremony Thursday night.

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Serena Williams blasts NFL kicker Harrison Butker at ESPYs: 'We ... (The Independent)

Serena Williams blasted NFL kicker Harrison Butker while celebrating women's sports at the ESPY Awards, suggesting โ€œwe don't need youโ€.

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Serena Williams Calls Out Harrison Butker In Defense Of Women At ... (Deadline)

Serena Williams called out Kansas City Chiefs player Harrison Butker at the 2024 ESPY Awards after his controversial remarks about the role of women.

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Serena Williams calls out Harrison Butker during 2024 ESPYS (ABC News)

Serena Williams called out Harrison Butker at the 2024 EPSYS, two months after the Kansas City Chiefs player's controversial graduation speech.

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Serena Williams Called Out Pat McAfee and Harrison Butker at the ... (Glamour)

In just one nightโ€”at the 2024 ESPYs, which took place on July 11โ€”the tennis champion took down both Kansas City Chiefs player Harrison Butker and ESPN ...

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What Did Serena Williams Say About Harrison Butker at ESPYs? (The Cut)

ESPY host Serena Williams, had a message for Harrison Butker, following his controversial speech at Benedictine College.

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Harrison Butker Responds To Serena Williams' Comments Made At ... (Today.com)

ESPYS host Serena Williams took a shot at Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker onstage for his controversial college commencement speech.

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Harrison Butker responds to Serena Williams' ESPYs dig: 'Sports are ... (Yahoo Sports)

Butker was in the audience when Williams joked he wasn't welcome in women's sports.

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Harrison Butker: Serena Williams chose to "disinvite" those with ... (NBC Sports - NFL)

Harrison Butker attended the ESPYs. He might be regretting the decision. Butker, who created controversy earlier this year with a commencement address that ...

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Harrison Butker snaps back at Serena Williams after tennis star's ... (Daily Mail)

Butker has faced backlash since his graduation commencement speech at a private liberal arts college in Kansas earlier this summer, in which he encouraged ...

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Serena Williams says 'we don't need' Harrison Butker after NFL ... (Sky News)

Two months after the Kansas City Chiefs' Harrison Butker spoke about women as "homemakers," Serena Williams hit back at his remarks while hosting the ESPY ...

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Harrison Butker responds after Serena Williams mocks him during ... (The Independent)

Serena Williams threw shade at NFL kicker Harrison Butker while hosting the 2024 ESPY Awards.

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Harrison Butker Responds To ESPYs Diss By Serena Williams And ... (Deadline)

The Kansas City Chiefs kicker spoke to NBC News for his rebuttal.

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Harrison Butker Responds to Serena Williams Calling Him Out at ... (Hollywood Reporter)

Serena Williams, Venus Williams and Quinta Brunson called out Harrison Butker at the 2024 ESPYs for his commencement speech, and now he has responded.

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Harrison Butker responds to Serena Williams' jab, calls it ... (The New York Times)

Williams' dig came as she discussed women's sports while hosting the ESPY Awards on Thursday.

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