Amy Schumer has been accused of “cyberbullying” Nicole Kidman after she made fun of the star at the US Open.
Now she has taken to Instagram to clarify comments she made on Monday that were perceived as jealous and malicious.
“Okay, the joke I made was that the way she posed didn’t look like a human sitting,” the 42-year-old “Life & Beth” star wrote on Friday.
“I wasn’t making fun of what she looked like. “Nicole Kidman is beautiful and one of the most incredible actresses of all time,” she added.
The Trainwreck star further explained her position in the post’s caption.
dead water: Amy Schumer has been accused of “cyberbullying” Nicole Kidman after she made fun of the star at the US Open. Now she has taken to Instagram to clarify comments she made on Monday that were perceived as jealous and malicious
Get it? “Okay, the joke I made was that the way she posed didn’t look like a human sitting,” the 42-year-old “Life & Beth” star wrote on Friday
Sarcasm: “I wasn’t making fun of her looks. “Nicole Kidman is beautiful and one of the most incredible actresses of all time,” she added. The Trainwreck star further explained her position in the post’s caption
“I hope everyone is well and I’m taking a deep breath, including all the food for thought written along with it. ‘Are you OK?’ She wrote.
And then she turned to sarcasm, writing: “To all the people who commented on me.” I’m so sorry I’m not prettier. Please forgive me. I apologize. It wasn’t even a slow news day.
“North Korea and Russia are getting too close for comfort. “Deadly storms are sweeping our world and a man has been convicted of rape,” she added.
“But what pissed you off was my statement that Nicole Kidman’s pose wasn’t humane.” Breathe, everyone.
“To the people who write hateful things below, I forgive you as a mother, as a woman and especially as someone who also likes hot chatter. Have a nice weekend,” she concluded.
The whole hustle and bustle started on Monday when the American comedian posted a photo of the Australian actress, 56, at the US Open tennis tournament on Instagram.
The picture showed Nicole in a pink dress, staring wide-eyed at the camera with her hand under her chin as she watched the women’s singles final between US sensation Coco Gauff and world number 1 Aryna Sabalenka.
In the caption of the picture, Schumer wrote, “This is how people sit.”
Many fans appreciated the joke at Kidman’s expense, but others weren’t as impressed and took to the comments to express their displeasure.
On Monday morning, Amy poked fun at the whole thing on Instagram: “I want to apologize to all the people I hurt by posting a photo of Nicole Kidman and alluding to her being an alien.”
“I’m going to ask the cast of this ’70s show to write letters asking for my forgiveness.” She added the hashtag for taking time to heal.
Awkward but great: The Australian actress, 56, at the US Open tennis tournament
In the caption of the picture, Schumer wrote, “This is how people sit.”
On Monday morning, Amy poked fun at the whole thing on Instagram: “I want to apologize to all the people I hurt by posting a photo of Nicole Kidman and alluding to her being an alien.” “I’m becoming the cast This ’70s show, ask me to write letters asking for my forgiveness.” She added the hashtag for taking time to heal
“Are you cyberbullying Oscar and Emmy winner Nicole Kidman?” wrote one follower.
“This post seems beneath you.” What point are you trying to make here? wrote another one.
“She is most likely feeling uncomfortable because a complete stranger is recording her. “That’s the look of anger and frustration shining through the Botox,” another commenter said sarcastically.
Another fan expressed his disappointment in Schumer.
“Wow, so mean! “I expected one of my favorite comedians to have more respect for other people’s feelings.”
“Are you cyberbullying Oscar and Emmy winner Nicole Kidman?” wrote one follower in response to Amy’s joke. Amy is pictured on the left
“Putting others down is always a sign of our own inner insecurities, so critics should hold up a mirror here,” they wrote
The same critic then responded with a long thread about beauty standards for aging celebrity women.
“Putting others down is always a sign of our own inner insecurities, so critics should hold up a mirror here,” they wrote.
Another follower chided Schumer in the comments about the joke’s meanness.
“I’ve always thought you were funny, watched all your specials and movies and read your book.” But this selective mean girl public trolling stuff? No thanks,” they remarked.
Sources close to Kidman revealed that the Moulin Rouge star wasn’t paying attention to the commotion, telling : “It’s kind of silly and she’s unfazed.”
Nicole looked glamorous while playing tennis in a chic suit with pocket details and three buttons.
She completed her look with a tailored white jacket and cream loafers and kept her accessories to a minimum with a simple watch.
The Moulin Rouge! The star wore her strawberry blonde locks in a low-maintenance side ponytail for the outing and kept her makeup palette low-key for the hottest ticket in town.
After Gauff’s triumphant victory, Nicole congratulated the 19-year-old on Instagram.
“Congratulations, Coco! Thank you, US Open! “Great women’s final 2023,” she wrote alongside the footage shared on Instagram.
Coco made a brilliant comeback and won the US Open, defeating Sabalenka and emerging victorious 2-6, 6-3, 6-2.