Patricia Heaton Defends Harrison Butker Amidst Graduation Speech Controversy
Patricia Heaton is taking a stand in the Harrison Butker controversy, a move that’s generating mixed reactions.
The “Everybody Loves Raymond” star expressed her support for the NFL kicker after his contentious graduation speech at Benedictine College, where he criticized Pride Month and working women.
While many have condemned Butker’s remarks, Patricia Heaton defended him on Instagram, urging critics to relax and respect his right to his beliefs, however controversial.
She pointed out that the audience at the commencement applauded twice and gave him a standing ovation, indicating their approval of his message.
Heaton emphasized that Butker is “not a monster” for holding his views. She found nothing offensive in his speech, despite being a working mom herself.
Heaton, identifying as a Catholic, credited her faith for a work schedule that allowed her to be hands-on with her children.
She acknowledged that Butker might not have approved of her working while raising kids but remained unbothered by this.
Heaton isn’t alone in her defense of Butker; Whoopi Goldberg also supported his right to express his opinions.
However, celebrities like Maren Morris, Flavor Flav, Maria Shriver, Hoda Kotb, and numerous fans have criticized him for his conservative views.
Patricia Heaton Defends Harrison Butker Amidst Graduation Speech Controversy
