Shannon Sharpe, an NFL commentator, recently went viral on social media not for his sports analysis, but for his makeup. After facing trolling from fans on social media regarding his on-screen appearance, Sharpe decided to explain the reason behind his makeup malfunction.
During a conversation with Chad Johnson on NightcapShow, Sharpe discussed his look on Monday’s First Take episode. While Johnson suggested that the makeup artist had difficulty handling an “exotic” look, Sharpe took a more lighthearted approach to the situation.
Sharpe humorously explained, “With the lighting, me being darker skinned with the makeup on, man she had my lip like… I’ve been smoking on a tailpipe.” This comment highlights how makeup can often have drastically different effects on people with varying skin tones, particularly when it comes to on camera appearances.
In spite of the social media backlash regarding his makeup, Sharpe seemed to maintain a positive attitude towards the situation. Comic moments like these can help remind viewers that even TV personalities are only human, and sometimes things don’t go according to plan.
