Morgan Freeman found himself in the midst of controversy after his playful antics during a college basketball game in Oxford, Mississippi.
The 86-year-old actor, known for his legendary career, was seated courtside, cheering for his favorite team, the Ole Miss Rebels, as they hosted the No. 16-ranked Auburn Tigers.
During the game, Freeman engaged in a lighthearted interaction with Johni Broome, a player from the opposing team, the Auburn Tigers. Freeman tugged on Broome’s jersey and held up his hand to prevent the player from falling into him.
In response, Broome swiftly slapped Freeman’s hand away, seemingly not realizing at first who was involved in the playful gesture.
While many found the exchange humorous and in good spirits, some fans on social media took issue with Freeman’s actions. They argued that regardless of his celebrity status, grabbing a player’s uniform during a game should not be tolerated. Critics expressed frustration, suggesting that if it were an ordinary fan, they would have likely been ejected from the arena.
However, there were also voices defending Freeman, emphasizing the humorous nature of the interaction and highlighting that the actor has a deep connection to Mississippi and is a devoted fan of the Ole Miss Rebels.
The controversy sparked a debate on social media, with differing opinions on whether Freeman’s actions were appropriate and whether he should have faced consequences if he were not a celebrity.
Being a celebrity certainly has its perks.
