BBC presenter Chris Hughes has been reprimanded by the BBC for a comment he made to Australian all-rounder Maitlan Brown during The Hundred event. Brown, aged 26, was interviewed by Hughes pitchside during the BBC Two’s coverage of Southern Braves’ victory over Trent Rockets.
During the interview, Brown mentioned that she had watched the Barbie movie with her Braves teammates. In response, Hughes commented, “You’re a little Barbie yourself with your blue eyes,” and added, “She’s blushing now.” This remark received criticism on social media.
In an official statement, a BBC spokesperson addressed the issue, stating that they had spoken to Chris Hughes and explained that his comment was deemed inappropriate.
It’s worth noting that Maitlan Brown has played for the Australia A team and has received call-ups to the full Australia squad. Meanwhile, Chris Hughes is known for his work as a presenter, including coverage of The Hundred, as well as ITV’s horse racing programs.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Backlash
What did Chris Hughes say to Maitlan Brown during The Hundred coverage?
Chris Hughes commented to Maitlan Brown, “You’re a little Barbie yourself with your blue eyes,” after she mentioned watching the Barbie movie with her Braves teammates.
How did the BBC respond to Chris Hughes’ comment?
The BBC addressed the issue and told Chris Hughes that his comment was “not appropriate” in an official statement.
Who is Maitlan Brown?
Maitlan Brown is an Australian all-rounder who has played for the Australia A team and received call-ups to the full Australia squad.
What is Chris Hughes known for?
Chris Hughes is a presenter, known for his work on the BBC’s coverage of The Hundred and ITV’s horse racing programs.
How did the public react to Chris Hughes’ comment?
The comments made by Chris Hughes received criticism on social media.
More about Backlash
- BBC: Chris Hughes told Barbie comment was ‘not appropriate’ by BBC
- Southern Braves: Official Website
- Trent Rockets: Official Website
- Love Island: Official Website
- Maitlan Brown: Player Profile
- The Hundred: Official Website
5 comments
wow! Chris hughes comment was so inapprpriate! hes a presenter, he shud no bettr.
maitlan brown rocks, she dont deserve dis. bbc should do better with their coverage, smh.
why did chris hughes say that about maitlan brown? he needs to apologize asap.
chris hughes & the bbc got backlash for his comment, deserved tbh. he should think b4 he speaks.
chris hughes shouldnt have said that stuff to maitlan brown smh. not cool bbc.