In a recent segment on her show, Megyn Kelly attempted to take a jab at Jane Fonda, and let’s just say it didn’t go as planned. One key rule in the world of celebrity confrontations is that you don’t provoke Jane Fonda; she decides when and how to engage. Megyn has now found herself on the receiving end of some serious backlash after delivering a harsh and personal monologue aimed at Fonda, which quickly escalated from discussing Fonda’s reluctance to talk about her cosmetic procedures to digging up decades-old controversies surrounding her activism during the Vietnam War.
Kelly kicked off her monologue by sarcastically critiquing Fonda for being “fixated” on a previous interaction they had months earlier, only to follow it up with a barrage of insults tied to Fonda’s past. It’s a perplexing shift that left viewers scratching their heads. Kelly played a clip from their earlier interview where she asked Fonda about her plastic surgery, neglecting to mention that Fonda appeared visibly uncomfortable with the invasive question. Kelly then claimed she “chose to say nothing” about Fonda’s public complaints regarding the inquiry.
“My philosophy is that what others think of me is none of my business,” Kelly stated. However, she didn’t stop there. “But Fonda has been at it again lately, so it’s time to address the ‘poor me’ routine,” she continued. In an ironic twist, Kelly highlighted Fonda’s past film, Our Souls at Night, which touches on aging, but her critiques veered off into territory that had nothing to do with the film’s message. Fonda, now 80, has spoken openly about aging and the representation of older women, yet Kelly felt compelled to bring up Fonda’s cosmetic enhancements, suggesting that if Fonda wants a genuine discussion about older women, her surgeries are fair game.
Kelly then proceeded to play clips from past interviews where Fonda discussed her plastic surgery, missing the point that these were not relevant to her current promotional efforts. The fact remains that Fonda’s surgical history has no bearing on the film she was there to discuss.
In a further effort to justify her line of questioning, Kelly stated, “I have no regrets about that question. Nor am I looking for a lesson from Jane Fonda on propriety.” She went on to reference Fonda’s controversial past in a way that felt like a low blow, citing her infamous “Hanoi Jane” nickname and her past remarks about U.S. soldiers during the Vietnam War. Kelly’s comments seemed not only irrelevant but also petty, revealing a level of bitterness that left many viewers unsettled.
It’s worth noting that Fonda has expressed remorse for her past actions and has made efforts to engage with veterans, showing a genuine desire to understand the impact of her past choices. Kelly’s monologue, on the other hand, came off as a desperate attempt to drag Fonda into a conflict that was clearly unnecessary.
While Fonda has remained silent regarding Kelly’s confrontational approach, it’s likely that if she chooses to respond, her words will carry far more grace and dignity than Kelly’s outburst.
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In summary, Megyn Kelly’s attempt to criticize Jane Fonda not only backfired but also highlighted her own insecurities and lack of understanding. It’s a reminder that some battles are best left unfought, especially when the opponent is as formidable as Fonda.