Emily Blunt Fat-Shaming Comments Resurface: Read Her Apology

Emily Blunt apologizes for using insensitive language in a 2012 talk show appearance, sparking outrage among TikTok viewers.

Emily Blunt has recently issued an apology for using insensitive language during a 2012 talk show appearance. The incident came to light when fans discovered a YouTube clip from the Jonathan Ross Show, where Blunt referred to a restaurant server as "enormous" while discussing her time filming the movie Looper in the U.S.

Blunt expressed her remorse in a statement to PEOPLE, stating, "I just need to address this head on as my jaw was on the floor watching this clip from 12-years ago. I'm appalled that I would say something so insensitive, hurtful, and unrelated to whatever story I was trying to tell on a talk show."

The actress, known for her roles in films such as The Devil Wears Prada and A Quiet Place, continued, "I've always considered myself someone who wouldn't dream of upsetting anyone, so whatever possessed me to say anything like this in that moment is unrecognizable to me or anything I stand for. And yet it happened, and I said it, and I'm so sorry for any hurt caused. I was absolutely old enough to know better."

In the video, Blunt recounted dining at a Chili's restaurant during the filming of Looper. Talk show host Jonathan Ross made a comment about American friends being "enormous" due to their visits to Chili's. Blunt responded by describing the server as "enormous" and speculating that she received free meals at the restaurant. Ross quickly dismissed any issue with the comment.

While the remark received some laughs at the time, TikTok viewers have expressed their anger over the incident. The video has been shared online, with many calling the comments "unnecessary." One user criticized the statement, saying, "'You can tell she gets freebie meals' bro, what did she do to you!?"

Another user apologized to the waitress who served Blunt, stating, "I am so sorry, you do not deserve the disrespect you got from her. What could've been a neat story about a nice waitress and getting recognized ruined off the bat with fat phobia."

Fans of Blunt also expressed their disappointment in her choice of words. One fan sarcastically commented, "Great job Emily. So it sounded like the waitress was kind and funny. Better make sure to insult her on television." Another fan empathized with the server, writing, "Damn that girl probably felt like s--t hearing Emily call her enormous and stuff... It sounds like she was really nice too."

In conclusion, Emily Blunt has taken responsibility for her insensitive language during the talk show appearance and has issued an apology for any hurt caused. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of being mindful of our words and treating others with respect and empathy.