During a live Netflix roast, Tom Brady shut down a joke about New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft's massage parlor scandal, highlighting Brady's sensitivity to the subject despite his openness to other jokes about his personal life.
Tom Brady's highly anticipated live Netflix roast on Sunday night was a star-studded affair with a witty blend of humor and nostalgia. While Brady seemed receptive to jokes poking fun at various aspects of his life, including his marriage and football career, one particular quip appeared to cross a line.
During his routine, comedian Jeff Ross delved into some of Brady's lesser-known history, mentioning his relatively late draft position to the NFL. Ross then took a sharp turn, alluding to a sensitive topic involving Kraft.
"I'm the best decision your organization has ever made," Ross said, mimicking Brady's words to Kraft. But before he could finish, Ross injected a sly remark.
"'Would you like a massage?'" he uttered, prompting a mixed reaction from the audience.
The Los Angeles Forum, filled with both laughter and groans, fell silent as Ross referenced Kraft's 2019 legal troubles. In 2019, Kraft was charged in a prostitution sting operation involving massage parlors. The charges were ultimately dropped, but the incident cast a shadow over Kraft's reputation.
As Ross's joke landed, Brady's demeanor shifted. He turned towards Ross, and as Ross glanced at Kraft in the crowd, Brady leaned into the frame and whispered something to the comedian. The microphone caught Brady's words: "Don't say that s--- again."
Ross acknowledged Brady's remark with a laugh, but the moment highlighted Brady's sensitivity to the Kraft massage parlor scandal. Despite his willingness to engage in self-deprecation, Brady seemed determined to shield his former owner from further jokes about the matter.
Brady's reaction underscores the complex nature of his relationship with Kraft. Brady's loyalty to his former team and coach has been unwavering, but he also understands the importance of protecting his family and personal life from public scrutiny.
The Netflix roast provided a rare glimpse into Brady's inner circle and his ability to balance humor and sensitivity. While he was willing to poke fun at himself and his marriage, Brady remained firm in his stance against jokes that crossed the line of respect.
In the end, Brady's reaction to Ross's joke served as a reminder that even in the midst of a lighthearted roast, there are certain boundaries that should not be breached.
