That Joke Went Too Far” | George Floyd’s Brother Terrence Floyd Responds

In this powerful episode of The Latest with Lauren LaRosa, host Lauren sits down with Terrence Floyd, brother of George Floyd, to discuss the controversial joke made about George Floyd during Kevin Hart's Netflix roast. Terrence expresses deep emotional distress over the joke, emphasizing that comedy should heal, not harm, and that jokes about death and tragedy—especially those involving racial trauma—are off-limits. He critiques the lack of accountability from Netflix and the producers, noting that the joke was not only disrespectful but also part of a pattern, as Tony Hinchcliffe had previously made similar remarks in 2024. Terrence stresses the lasting impact on his family, particularly his 12-year-old niece Gianna, who continues to face emotional tolls from the constant public scrutiny surrounding her father’s name. He calls for cultural sensitivity in comedy, urging platforms like Netflix to include diverse voices in planning stages to prevent such harm. The conversation underscores the broader issue of racial insensitivity in mainstream comedy and the responsibility of creators to protect vulnerable communities.