During Netflix's "The Greatest Roast of All Time: Tom Brady," comedian Jeff Ross made a joke about New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft, prompting Brady to fiercely defend his close friend.
While the Netflix special "The Greatest Roast of All Time: Tom Brady" was intended to poke fun at the legendary NFL quarterback, one joke crossed a line and invoked the wrath of the celebrated sportsman. Comedian Jeff Ross's quip about Brady's former owner, Robert Kraft, drew an immediate reaction from Brady, who rose from his seat and firmly reprimanded Ross, "Don't say that shit again."
Andrew Schulz, one of the roasters present at the live event, later revealed that Brady had specifically requested that no jokes be made about Kraft, who was in attendance. Schulz noted that as soon as Ross uttered the offending remark, he sensed Brady's readiness to end the roast.
"This is the first comic that goes on a live roast and it's your night," Schulz said of Brady's reaction. "He was ready to shut the whole thing down. That's an alpha ass move right there."
Brady, renowned for his stoic demeanor, displayed no such restraint when it came to Kraft's reputation. While he tolerated jokes about his failed marriage with Gisele Bündchen, DeflateGate, and his relationship with Bill Belichick, he would not countenance any disparagement of his close friend.
Ross later appeared on the "Rich Eisen Show" to address the incident, dismissing Brady's reaction as playful banter. However, other sources suggest that Brady's anger was genuine.
Kraft himself, a billionaire businessman and philanthropist, is a father figure to Brady, and the quarterback's fierce loyalty to his friend was evident in his immediate response to Ross's jest.
While some attendees, such as Kim Kardashian, faced disapproval from the crowd, Brady's defense of Kraft has garnered widespread praise as a display of camaraderie and respect.
Despite the brief tension, the roast proceeded smoothly, with Kraft himself making a surprise appearance and ending his segment with a humorous plea to Russian President Vladimir Putin to return his Super Bowl ring.
The incident has highlighted the deep bond between Brady and Kraft, showcasing Brady's willingness to stand up for those he cares about, even in the face of public scrutiny.
