A fiery exchange unfolded on the set of 'First Take' as Alexis Ohanian, co-founder of Reddit and husband to tennis icon Serena Williams, took a playful jab at Stephen A. Smith. Ohanian, known for his sharp wit and business acumen, didn't let Smith's previous comments about their marriage go unnoticed.
In a recent appearance, Ohanian reminded Smith of his unsolicited marriage advice, which had sparked controversy earlier this year. Smith had suggested that Williams should rekindle her relationship with her ex, Drake, during a discussion about her cameo at the Super Bowl halftime show.
"You hadn't been married before, right?" Ohanian quipped, "Because when it comes to building billion-dollar companies, I've got the expertise. I've built them, and that's why I offer advice to fellow founders."
Smith, appearing virtually, tried to deflect, saying, "Headlines are headlines. We can discuss that another time." But Ohanian wasn't letting him off the hook.
"I'd have loved to confront you in person, Stephen," Ohanian added. "I generally stick to my lane when it comes to advice, but when it's about marriage, I think I've got a pretty good track record."
MJ Acosta Ruiz, filling in as host, interjected with a playful dig of her own: "Then we'll talk marriage advice later. I'm 13 years strong!"
The controversy surrounding Williams' cameo and Smith's comments had sparked a debate about the dynamics of celebrity relationships and the public's perception of them. Williams herself had clarified that her appearance with Lamar had nothing to do with her ex and was a tribute to their shared hometown.
"It was about paying homage to Compton, where we both grew up," Williams explained.
And here's where it gets interesting: Williams and Drake's relationship in the 2010s, and the revelation that Drake wrote his hit song 'Too Good' for Williams, adds another layer to this story.
So, what do you think? Is this a case of harmless banter or a deeper commentary on the public's fascination with celebrity relationships? Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments!
