Kevin Hart Says Tom Brady Roast Was “Necessary and Valuable”

Roasts have always been a mix of humour and controversy, often treading the fine line between jest and insensitivity. The recent roast of Tom Brady was no exception. Kevin Hart, a prominent comedian, has come forward to defend the event, highlighting its importance in the current climate of sensitivity.

The roast, which took playful jabs at Brady’s illustrious American football career and personal life, did not shy away from sensitive topics. Jokes were made about his divorce from supermodel Gisele Bündchen and his past relationship with actress Bridget Moynahan, with whom he shares a son. Following the event, Brady expressed regret over some of the jokes, especially those aimed at his family, acknowledging that they had an impact on his children.

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In an interview with Bleacher Report, Hart addressed Brady’s comments. He speculated that Brady’s regret likely stemmed from the lack of pre-emptive discussions about off-limit topics, suggesting that a prior agreement on what subjects were fair game could have changed the tone of the roast. Despite the backlash, Hart defended the roast, stating, “What it did for comedy and our climate of sensitivity, I think it was necessary and valuable.”

Hart also praised the comedians involved, noting that each one demonstrated their sharp wit and unique talent. “Everyone up there got hit,” he said, underscoring that the nature of a roast is to challenge and entertain through humour, even if it means touching on sensitive subjects. However, Hart did express an understanding of Brady’s concerns, particularly the desire to protect family matters from public scrutiny.

Reflecting on the situation, Hart acknowledged that the experience was a learning moment. He suggested that future roasts could benefit from clearer boundaries set beforehand, allowing participants to steer clear of particularly sensitive topics. “If there’s something crazy that they don’t want, then it’s just a conversation beforehand, and people just go around it,” he said.