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Explosive Fallout at the Grammys: Trump Slams “Virtually Unwatchable” Broadcast, Threatens Lawsuit Against Trevor Noah Over “Defamatory” Epstein Island Remark
Former United States President Donald Trump has launched a blistering attack on the Grammy Awards broadcast and its host, Trevor Noah, threatening legal action over what he describes as a false and damaging claim linking him to the private island of late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
The controversy erupted after comments made during the awards ceremony allegedly suggested that both Trump and former President Bill Clinton had spent time on Epstein Island. Trump swiftly responded via his Truth Social platform on Monday, denouncing the show, the host, and the statement, which he insists is completely untrue.
Trump branded the Grammy Awards “virtually unwatchable” and accused the South African-born comedian of spreading misinformation that could seriously harm his reputation.
“Noah said, INCORRECTLY about me, that Donald Trump and Bill Clinton spent time on Epstein Island. WRONG!!!” Trump said.
He went further to categorically deny ever being on or near the island, stressing that such an accusation had never been made against him before.
“I can’t speak for Bill, but I have never been to Epstein Island, nor anywhere close, and until tonight’s false and defamatory, statement, have never been accused being there, not even by the Fake News Media. Noah, a total loser, better get his facts straight, and get them straight fast.”
Beyond the specific allegation, Trump used the opportunity to savage Noah’s performance as host, drawing an unflattering comparison with late-night television star Jimmy Kimmel and attacking the declining viewership of major award shows.
“The host, Trevor Noah, whoever he may be, is almost as bad as Jimmy Kimmel at the Low Ratings Academy Awards,” he said.
Trump also claimed that CBS had benefited from distancing itself from such programming.
“He claimed CBS is “lucky not to have this garbage litter their airwaves any longer”.”
Escalating the confrontation, Trump openly suggested he is considering taking legal action, framing the potential lawsuit as both a punishment and a warning.
“It looks like I’ll be sending my lawyers to sue this poor, pathetic, talentless, dope of an M.C., and suing him for plenty$.”
“Ask Little George Slopadopolus, and others, how that all worked out. Also ask CBS! Get ready Noah, I’m going to have some fun with you! President DJT,” he added.
The dispute touches on the enduring global scrutiny surrounding Jeffrey Epstein, who died in jail in 2019 while awaiting trial on federal sex trafficking charges. Epstein’s extensive network of powerful associates has remained the subject of intense public and media examination, with repeated debates over who visited his properties and under what circumstances. However, documentation of such visits has been inconsistent, and many claims remain contested.
Trump has previously acknowledged that he knew Epstein socially years ago but has maintained that he cut ties with him long before Epstein’s criminal activities became widely known. He has consistently denied any involvement in Epstein’s crimes or presence at his private island.
Meanwhile, the Grammy Awards broadcast itself generated mixed reactions, with viewers divided over performances, production quality, and the host’s reliance on political humour. Social media platforms quickly lit up with debate, as some defended Noah’s comedic style while others criticised the show for drifting into controversial political territory.
As tensions mount, Trump’s threat of legal action adds another dramatic chapter to his long-running battles with entertainers, media personalities, and major broadcast networks, once again blurring the line between politics, celebrity culture, and high-profile litigation.