Bill Cosby caused quite the frenzy on social media this past Father’s Day (June 16). Although the comedian and actor is currently sitting behind bars, he managed to make a number of people upset with his latest Twitter message.
“Hey, Hey, Hey…It’s America’s Dad,” he tweeted. “I know it’s late, but to all of the Dads… It’s an honor to be called a Father, so let’s make today a renewed oath to fulfilling our purpose —strengthening our families and communities. #HappyFathersDay #RenewedOathToOurFamily”
Many Twitter users took issue with Cosby labeling himself, “America’s Dad.” While he has previously been considered as such due to his pivotal role on The Cosby Show, many felt it was inappropriate due to the countless accusations of rape and sexual assault made by more than 60 women throughout his career. Furthermore, Cosby is currently serving a three to 10-year prison sentence for three counts of aggravated indecent assault.
So, between Cosby’s Father’s Day post and O.J. Simpson’s newly-launched account, it’s turning out to be a weird month for Twitter. Check out Cosby’s full message and the reactions below.
Hey, Hey, Hey…It’s America’s Dad…I know it’s late, but to all of the Dads… It’s an honor to be called a Father, so let’s make today a renewed oath to fulfilling our purpose —strengthening our families and communities.#HappyFathersDay#RenewedOathToOurFamily pic.twitter.com/6EGrF87t6G
— Bill Cosby (@BillCosby) June 17, 2019
https://twitter.com/DrFifiRx/status/1140607925280497664
https://twitter.com/kevonareed/status/1140607803855384576
WOW! Who wins the Lack of Self-Awarness Award for this weekend? OJ or Bill Cosby?
WOW! JUST WOW!? https://t.co/zrwvckveSD— The Notorious BOB (@wannahiketheat) June 17, 2019
— Michael Peters (@peteydallas) June 17, 2019
— Trill Williams to Detroit hopeful (@justposa) June 17, 2019