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UFC Fighter Josh Hokit Faces Criticism for Remarks About Michelle Obama

UFC fighter Josh Hokit has drawn criticism for remarks he made about Michelle Obama, which he later described as an attempt at a "compliment." A columnist specifically criticized Hokit for offensive remarks, while another article noted Hokit's dismissal of a claim that he refused to fight Gable Steveson over coaching.

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UFC Fighter Josh Hokit Faces Criticism for Remarks About Michelle Obama

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What Happened

UFC fighter Josh Hokit has become the subject of criticism following remarks he made about Michelle Obama. Hokit stated that his comments, which were perceived as offensive, were intended as a "compliment."

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Columnist Skip Wright specifically criticized Hokit for his remarks, calling for him to "put a sock in it." The nature of the offensive remarks was not detailed beyond Hokit's assertion of his intent.

In a separate development, Hokit has dismissed a claim that he refused to fight Gable Steveson due to coaching disagreements. This claim was reported by Yahoo Sports.

Key Facts

  1. 1

    UFC fighter Josh Hokit made remarks about Michelle Obama.

  2. 2

    Hokit stated his remarks were meant as a "compliment."

  3. 3

    Columnist Skip Wright criticized Hokit's remarks.

  4. 4

    Hokit dismissed a claim about refusing to fight Gable Steveson over coaching.

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yahoo-sportsYahoo Sports
Criticizes MMA fighter Josh Hokit for offensive remarks made about Michelle Obama.
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yahoo-sportsYahoo Sports
Reports on UFC fighter Josh Hokit dismissing a claim that he refused to fight Gable Steveson over coaching.
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hollywood-reporterThe Hollywood Reporter
Focuses on UFC fighter Josh Hokit's controversial remarks about Michelle Obama and the subsequent criticism he received.
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washington-examinerWashington Examiner
Highlights UFC fighter Josh Hokit's explanation that his comments about Michelle Obama were intended as a "compliment."
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8 articles · chronological
Yahoo SportsYahoo Sports
Wright: Put a sock in it Hokit
The Hollywood ReporterThe Hollywood Reporter
UFC Fighter Josh Hokit Says Calling Michelle Obama a “Man” Was Meant to Be a “Compliment”
Washington ExaminerWashington Examiner
UFC fighter says he called Michelle Obama a man as a ‘compliment’
VarietyVariety
UFC Fighter Josh Hokit Defends Calling Michelle Obama a ‘Man’ and Claims It Shows ‘How Great’ America Is ‘With Freedom of Speech’
The Daily BeastThe Daily Beast
Trump, 80, Compares Physical Prowess to UFC Fighter, 30 - The Daily Beast
New York PostNew York Post
UFC fighter Josh Hokit defends Michelle Obama comment, says it was meant as a compliment
The Daily BeastThe Daily Beast
UFC Star Drops Vile Excuse for Appalling Michelle Obama Slur - The Daily Beast
Yahoo SportsYahoo Sports
Josh Hokit dismisses claim he refused to fight Gable Steveson over coaching

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Full Coverage

8 articles · chronological

Yahoo SportsYahoo Sports
Wright: Put a sock in it Hokit
The Hollywood ReporterThe Hollywood Reporter
UFC Fighter Josh Hokit Says Calling Michelle Obama a “Man” Was Meant to Be a “Compliment”
Washington ExaminerWashington Examiner
UFC fighter says he called Michelle Obama a man as a ‘compliment’
VarietyVariety
UFC Fighter Josh Hokit Defends Calling Michelle Obama a ‘Man’ and Claims It Shows ‘How Great’ America Is ‘With Freedom of Speech’
The Daily BeastThe Daily Beast
Trump, 80, Compares Physical Prowess to UFC Fighter, 30 - The Daily Beast
New York PostNew York Post
UFC fighter Josh Hokit defends Michelle Obama comment, says it was meant as a compliment
The Daily BeastThe Daily Beast
UFC Star Drops Vile Excuse for Appalling Michelle Obama Slur - The Daily Beast
Yahoo SportsYahoo Sports
Josh Hokit dismisses claim he refused to fight Gable Steveson over coaching

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