We all had our fair share of embarrassing moments in our lives.
But consider yourself lucky because these people unsuspectingly got some cringe-worthy
receipts!
These are the 20 MOST EMBARRASSING MOMENTS CAUGHT ON LIVE TV!
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#20: Chicken Run
In this clip from the Today Show in Australia, weatherman Steve Jacobs was doing a side story
on an upcoming poultry competition while holding a big black chicken on his arms, perhaps thinking,
“Hey, I look damn cool!”
Well, he sure does, until
I guess you could say he “chickened” out.
Chicken – 1, Reporter
If that made you cringe your pants, our number one entry will leave your ROTFL.
That’s Rolling on The Floor Laughing for the baby boomers.
#19: Sink or Swim
Reporters will do anything to make the news a little bit more interesting.
Just like this Dutch TV reporter who decided to interview the mayor of Kampen, Netherlands
about a sailing event… while sitting on the edge of a boat!
Props to that audio guy who tried to use his boom microphone to save the reporter!
A word to the wise; wear your life vest.
#18: On the fly
Costa Rican president Luis Guillermo Solis Rivera was speaking to the media during a
press conference about a new asphalt plant.
But instead of the words that came out of his mouth, it’s what went into his mouth
that caused some major buzz.
Look at the utter shock on this woman’s face!
Was it a wasp?
A fly?
Doesn’t matter.
Like a real trouper, President Rivera just swallowed the bug along with his pride.
#17: Ellen’s Elf
You know Christmas is near when the 12 Days of Giveaways has kicked off on the Ellen Show!
The audience goes wild every time Ellen announces the next present they all get to take home.
Like this brand-new 32-inch TV!
Come on out, Ellen’s elf!
It’s a smashing TV moment.
Literally!
#16: Kelly Osborne’s Blunder
Singer and TV personality Kelly Osborne is known for being really outspoken, so you know
you’re going to get some interesting soundbites when she guests on a show like The View.
However, in this clip, when Kelly was asked to comment about then presidential candidate
Donald Trump’s controversial remarks on Mexican immigrants, her line of reasoning
didn’t come out too well.
“If you kick every Latino out of this country, then who is going to be cleaning your toilet,
Donald Trump?”
Kelly has since apologized for her really poor choice of words, and even mentioned that
she cleans her own toilets.
We know you meant well, Ms. Osbourne.
#15: The Mix-up
BBC Breakfast host Jon Kay was introducing their next guest; mountaineer Leslie Binns
who heroically saved someone’s life while trekking up Mount Everest.
But when the camera cut to the guest on-set… wait a minute, that’s not Leslie Binns
Good thing co-host Rachel Burden quickly identified the man as political expert Todd Langman who
doesn’t really look like a rugged mountain climber, but we’re sure he’s equally heroic!
#14: News Karaoke
Weather forecasts are arguably the most boring parts of any newscast.
But these reporters sure made the day a little bit sunnier!
Before checking out the day’s weather forecast, these two reporters from Eyewitness News decided
to stretch their vocal cords to Ariana Grande’s song.
Nothing wrong with having a little fun on the set, right?
But just make sure you’re actually not live on air!
#13: Language Barrier
Being a non-English speaking player competing in America can be hard, not because of the
obvious homecourt disadvantage, but mainly because of sportscasters insisting on interviewing
them without an interpreter!
Good thing Japanese pool player Naoyuki Oi had loads of sense of humor to make up for
his lack of English skills!
#12: Slip of the tongue
Tennis star Daria Gavrilova is a former Russian who recently became an Australian citizen.
So during this interview fresh off of a third-round victory at the Australian Open, it’s understandable
why her command of English is still a work in progress.
But even though her English is limited, she clearly knew she had said something a little
inappropriate for her young fans!
I wonder what her mother had to say about that.
#11: Jerry Seinfeld snubs Kesha
While Jerry Seinfeld was being interviewed at a charity event, popstar Kesha suddenly
came up to the comedian to express her admiration for him and even asked for
a hug.
While you can’t expect all celebrities to recognize each other, the rejection might
have still stung for the poor singer.
It’s all right, Kesha.
We all still love you even if Jerry doesn’t.
#10: Awkward Handshake
In 2011, the All Blacks of New Zealand just won the Webb Ellis Cup against the French
rugby team.
But what happened during the awarding made the victory all the more memorable!
When team captain Richie McCaw was given the trophy, Prime Minister John Key and rugby
chairman Bernard Lapasset both went in for a handshake… at the same time!
A few years after the embarrassing video exploded, the All Blacks captain finally settled the
score as for whom his handshake was really intended; PM John Key!
And because we can’t get enough of it!
#9: More Awkward handshake!
During a meeting of the “Three Amigos” summit in Ottawa, US president Barack Obama,
Canadian Prime MInister Justin Trudeau, and Mexican President Enrique Peña showed up
onstage for a photo op with the press.
But the photo op in front of the Canadian Parliament building turned into a rather undignified
disaster.
But the awkward moment didn’t stop there.
Just as the three heads of state were about to descend the stage, Obama turned towards
the Parliament building and seemingly asked Trudeau if the carpet matched the drapes or
something like that, prompting Nieto to come back up the stage to join his cohorts.
#8: Garbage Shoot
Who knows what kind of treasure one might find in garbage bins, right?
This Czech reporter knew nothing about the rummaging going on behind her.
While the field reporter was going live, the man behind her was caught on cam struggling
to reach the bottom of the garbage bin.
He’s really trying to get in there!
Until of all of a sudden…
#7: Heed you own advice
Since the COVID-19 pandemic broke out, we’ve been constantly reminded of the importance
of taking the necessary precautions to keep us from contracting the virus.
These include washing our hands, wearing a face mask, and avoiding touching our faces.
But during a coronavirus presser, Sara Cody, a health official from the Santa Clara County
went against her own advice and licked her finger to turn over a page in her notes.
I guess old habits die hard.
#6: The Cybertruck
During Tesla’s unveiling of the Cybertruck, Elon Musk proudly announced how their new
supercar is virtually unbreakable.
The sledgehammer experiment was a success, but the next one didn’t go too well.
When a metal ball was thrown at the truck’s armor glass window, the result wasn’t quite
on par with his expectations.
Not one to give up easily, Musk asked the guy to throw the ball at the backseat window.
I guess it’s back to the drawing board.
#5: Wendy’s Mic
If you’ve ever watched Wendy Williams’ talk show, chances are you know that her microphone
is totally hands-off.
It’s because her customized mic is covered in rhinestones.
But these audience members apparently didn’t get the memo.
Or perhaps they’re secret spies of Ellen.
#4: NSFW Anchor
Canadian news anchor Lisa Dutton had all the right intentions when she was showing his
co-presenter and the mom viewers how she helped her baby’s teething.
No, really!
Her intentions were pure!
Despite how her gestures looked like!
Her co-host Kevin Stanfield appeared as though he was ready to cut to a commercial break.
#3: On-air Meltdown
Technical difficulties are part and parcel of doing live news.
But it’s still pretty frustrating whenever it happens.
Just ask New Mexico anchor Doug Fernandez!
He’s had enough of it.
When he was doing an intro for a breaking news in Albuquerque, the live link acted up
which left him having to transition instead into the next segment.
When the live feed finally went through, the camera accidentally switched back to Fernandez
who clearly wasn’t having any of it.
#2: Facebook Live Fiasco
These days it’s becoming more common for field reporters to use Facebook Live especially
when giving updates on breaking news.
But Justin Hinton from North Carolina must have been tinkering with his Facebook before
going live, and forgot to turn off the filter generator!
While reporting about a recent snowfall, dumbbells, hats and helmets kept appearing on his face!
Now who said the news is boring?
#1: Cute Distraction
This one never gets old!
Professor Robert Kelly was being interviewed remotely by BBC on South Korean politics when
suddenly the most adorable disruptors barged in!
Professor Kelly tried to be cool about the whole situation and moved on with the interview,
until his wife got in on the action, grabbing the kids as quick as possible before they
cause any trouble for daddy.
Well, too late Mrs. Kelly!
Thank goodness Professor Kelly forgot to lock his doors, or we wouldn’t have this absolutely
endearing live TV moment.
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