During the 2024 ESPYs, Serena Williams took the opportunity to roast some high-profile individuals in the entertainment and sports industry. Williams started her opening monologue by congratulating the Kansas City Chiefs on their success, but then she swiftly moved on to roast Patrick Mahomes and Taylor Swift’s boyfriend for winning a Super Bowl together.
Williams did not hold back when she joked about Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift reportedly spending $100,000 a day on their romance. She even made a witty remark about the amount of money Jaylen Brown spends on his beard, showcasing her sharp sense of humor.
It was noted that both Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift were absent from the event. While Swift was preparing for her concert in Milan, Kelce was participating in a karaoke competition. Despite not being present, Kelce still managed to give a shout-out to Taylor Swift during the competition, showing his admiration for her.
Apart from Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift, Williams also took a jab at LeBron James during her monologue. She humorously mentioned LeBron’s son, Bronny, being drafted to the Los Angeles Lakers and the shared father-son duo playing for the same team.
Williams did not limit her jokes to the sports industry; she also threw a sly diss at Drake during her monologue. Referencing the rapper’s feud with Kendrick Lamar, Williams warned against picking fights with Lamar, hinting at Drake’s Canadian background and his potential reception at a Raptors game.
Overall, Serena Williams’ hosting at the 2024 ESPYs was filled with witty remarks, clever jokes, and playful jabs at various celebrities. Her ability to blend humor with subtle criticisms made her monologue entertaining and engaging for the audience. It showcased her talent not only as a tennis champion but also as a charismatic host capable of livening up the atmosphere at a prestigious event like the ESPYs.
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