The Controversy Continues: Charles Barkley’s Brutal Take on Galveston, Texas
NBA legend Charles Barkley has doubled down on his brutal take on a popular southern island.
Galveston, Texas may be a hot spot where many in the South can enjoy a day away from city living, but it seems safe to say Barkley isn’t a fan.
Game 3 Fallout and Beyonce’s Mom
Barkley went viral following the New Orleans Pelicans’ Game 3 loss for suggesting the former should be sent to Galveston as a punishment assuming they would be knocked out of the NBA Playoffs.
He then reaffirmed his stance in response to Beyonce’s mom, Tina, who was born on the island south of Houston calling him out on Instagram.
Barkley’s Response and Social Media Backlash
Ahead of Monday night’s games, Barkley was forced to respond to a Twitter user who called him out for his comments about Galveston.
Viewers quickly chime in on this latest chapter in the ongoing Barkley vs. Galveston saga on social media.
The Apology and Continued Jabs
Despite apologizing on-air, Barkley maintained he would not vacation in Galveston and made jokes about the cleanliness of the beach.
Tina Knowles’ Response
Tina Knowles, Beyonce’s mom, had strong words for Barkley about his comments on Galveston, making it clear that the city is beloved to its residents despite Barkley’s criticism.
I just want to say that everybody was great to me in Galveston, but your beach was dirty as hell.Charles Barkley
These comments sparked a mix of humor and outrage online, with some defending Galveston and others agreeing with Barkley’s assessment.