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‘A rapist on TV’: Jimmy Fallon slammed for hosting Conor McGregor without addressing sexual assault case
Updated On: 23 June, 2026 01:34 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Jimmy Fallon is facing criticism after hosting Conor McGregor on The Tonight Show. Viewers questioned why Fallon did not address the sexual assault allegations that led to a high-profile civil case, with many accusing the host of sidestepping a major controversy

Jimmy Fallon and Connor McGregor. Pic via YouTube
Late-night host Jimmy Fallon is facing criticism online after welcoming mixed martial artist and former UFC champion Conor McGregor on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on June 17. While the interview focused on McGregor's anticipated UFC comeback, many social media users questioned why his legal controversies were not addressed during the conversation.
McGregor appeared on the show ahead of his planned return to the Octagon, and clips from the interview quickly spread across social media. However, the appearance sparked backlash, with several users accusing Fallon of giving the fighter a platform without acknowledging the civil case that made headlines.
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