President Donald Trump has issued a sharp response following remarks made about him during the Grammy Awards broadcast, accusing the show and its host, Trevor Noah, of spreading false and defamatory claims.
In a statement released on social media after the ceremony aired on CBS, Trump described the Grammy Awards as “virtually unwatchable” and criticized the network for continuing to air the programme.
“The Grammy Awards are the worst, virtually unwatchable. CBS is lucky not to have this show litter their airwaves any longer. The host, Trevor Noah, whoever he may be, is almost as bad as Jimmy Kimmel at the Low Ratings Academy Awards.”
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Trump’s response centred on a comment by Noah during the broadcast in which the host referenced Trump and former President Bill Clinton in connection with the late financier Jeffrey Epstein.
Trump said the remark was incorrect and completely denied any association with Epstein’s private island.
“Noah said, incorrectly, about me, that Donald Trump and Bill Clinton spent time on Epstein Island. Wrong. I cannot speak for Bill, but I have never been to Epstein Island, nor anywhere close, and until tonight’s false and defamatory statement, I have never been accused of being there, not even by the Fake News Media,” read part of the statement.
Trump went on to describe Noah as “a bad person” and demanded that he “get his facts straight and get them straight fast.”
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He also issued a legal warning, saying he was considering taking action against the comedian.
“It looks like I will be sending my lawyers to sue him, and suing him for plenty of money,” Trump said, adding that CBS should also be prepared for potential legal action.
Trump Confident in Court
In the same statement, Trump referenced past legal disputes involving figures connected to the investigation into alleged foreign interference in US politics, suggesting that previous lawsuits had ended in his favour.
He closed the message with a direct warning to Trevor Noah.
“Ask Little George Slopadopolus, and others, how that all worked out. Also, ask CBS. Get ready, Noah, I am going to have some fun with you! President DJT”
The Grammy Awards, one of the music industry’s most high-profile annual events, were broadcast live on CBS and marked another return for Noah as host.
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The ceremony has in recent years drawn mixed reactions over ratings, content and political references made on air.
Trevor Noah’s History with Political Satire
Trevor Noah built his international profile through political satire long before hosting the Grammy Awards.
Born in South Africa, he rose to prominence during the final years of apartheid and its aftermath, using stand‑up comedy to address race, identity, and power.
His early way of comedy drew heavily on South African politics, often critiquing corruption, inequality, and post‑apartheid leadership.
Noah’s global breakthrough came after he joined The Daily Show in 2014 and succeeded Jon Stewart as host in 2015.
On the program, he became known for using satire to comment on US presidents, elections, foreign policy, and social movements, blending humor with news analysis.
His approach frequently relied on irony, exaggeration, and comparative perspectives drawn from international politics.
Supporters praised his ability to contextualize American issues for global audiences, while critics argued that his commentary blurred the line between comedy and advocacy.
Noah stepped down from The Daily Show in 2022 but has continued to engage political themes through stand‑up specials, public appearances, and high‑profile hosting roles.
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