I can't say I'm sorry to hear that Ricky Gervais has been soundly criticized for his behavior last night.
I thought his performance as host was mean-spirited and not even close to being funny. I've never been a fan of his. I recall having a less-than-positive reaction last year when learning he had been named host. I'm not surprised by this latest turn.
Our world right now needs to be lifted up. We need civil discourse, and joyful hope. Jokes are fine and wonderful - when they're funny and don't tear people down and hurt them. Our politicians and our entertainers and everyone who gets a moment in the spotlight need to think about the words they use and the tone they take.
Sure, some jokes can fail. And I don't hold that against the person telling them. But jokes that are intended to hurt are not my brand of entertainment. And I'm glad to see people speaking up against them - and him.
I hope we can all turn a new page in society. We are in desperate need of something positive. Build up. Stop tearing down.
"Two drifters off to see the world. There's such a lot of world to see. . ."
Updated On: 1/17/11 at 01:16 PM