Irish Comedian Issues Apology After Major Backlash over Controversial Joke
Angelone said he should not have told the joke and apologized directly to Goodwin after backlash and condemnation from the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre.
- On Wednesday, Belfast-based comedian Vittorio Angelone issued a public apology for a joke referencing sexual violence about online creator Rebecca Goodwin made during an appearance on the 'Have a Word' podcast.
- Goodwin responded in a tearful TikTok video, disclosing she is currently involved in an active rape trial and was not informed of the joke beforehand.
- The Dublin Rape Crisis Centre condemned the remarks, stating rape jokes "do not exist in a vacuum," while social media users urged Angelone to donate to sexual violence charities.
- Angelone admitted, "I let my need for validation supersede my own standards and morals," confirming he reached out directly to Goodwin to apologize for his behavior.
- Critics emphasize that tackling gendered violence requires more men to call out behavior normalizing sexism, noting the North of Ireland remains one of Europe's most dangerous places for women.
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