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ESPN host Shae Cornette urges Arch Manning to learn from AI video mistake
ESPN host Shae Cornette urges Arch Manning to take strong learning lesson after viral AI video incident.
In brief
ESPN host Shae Cornette urges Arch Manning to take strong learning lesson after viral AI video incident. Arch Manning apologized for laughing at AI-generated video showing coach slapping reporter Holly Rowe, but Cornette says he needs to avoid mocking violence against women. Originally reported by New York Post.
Arch Manning under fire
Texas quarterback Arch Manning faced backlash after laughing during press conference about AI-generated video showing coach slapping ESPN reporter Holly Rowe.
“I’ve seen a few AI edits and stuff, but that’s about it. I saw AI edits of Sark’s interview”
Shae Cornette's reaction
ESPN host Shae Cornette called Manning's comments insensitive and immature, urging him to learn from the AI video incident.
“My initial reaction was, 'My goodness, how insensitive, how immature'”
Manning's apology
Manning apologized to Holly Rowe via Instagram Story, saying his comments were hurtful and he would be more thoughtful going forward.
“There is nothing funny about it. It’s easy to say I didn’t mean it, but I know my words and actions were hurtful”
Cornette's hope for learning
Cornette hopes Manning takes strong learning lesson from AI video, avoiding laughter about violence against women.
“You don’t need to be laughing about a video that promotes violence, especially towards women”
Manning's response
Manning admitted he saw AI edits of coach's interview and called it 'hilarious' during press conference.
“Have y’all seen that one? That’s a good one”
Next steps
Texas Longhorns will host UTSA on Saturday night after becoming No. 1 team in nation.
The takeaway
Arch Manning apologized for laughing at AI-generated video showing coach slapping reporter Holly Rowe, but Cornette says he needs to avoid mocking violence against women.
