Social media rumors suggest that Keanu Reeves will receive the Golden Globes Lifetime Achievement Award in place of Whoopi Goldberg.
NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK: A rumor has been spreading across social media networks claiming that the Golden Globe Ethics Board revoked a Lifetime Achievement Award from actress and comedian Whoopi Goldberg due to her supposed “extremist views.” While the story fooled many users online, others remained doubtful and called for verification.
The Rumor: Golden Globes Rescinds Whoopi Goldberg’s Lifetime Achievement Honor
According to a widely shared Facebook post, ‘The View’ co-host was initially slated to receive a “Lifetime Achievement Award” from the Golden Globes, only for the Golden Globe Ethics Board to strip her of the honor because of her controversial political stances.
The post linked to a fabricated article quoting an anonymous source close to the ethics board, which claimed, “Golden Globes LLC can’t put its name behind an honor of that magnitude when the recipient is so controversial.” The piece further asserted that the accolade would instead be awarded to Keanu Reeves.
The post elicited a mix of reactions, with critics of the 70-year-old entertainer expressing approval under the assumption that the story was authentic, while more analytical users began questioning its validity.
The Reality: The Story Stems From Satire
In truth, the claim is entirely unfounded. There is zero evidence that the Golden Globes ever planned to give Goldberg a Lifetime Achievement Award, let alone revoke it. No official statements or announcements of this nature have been issued by the organization.
Furthermore, a search of major news and entertainment networks reveals no legitimate reports regarding a canceled award or a transfer to Keanu Reeves. Additionally, no official entity known as the “Golden Globe Ethics Board” exists.
The narrative actually originated from ‘America’s Last Line Of Defense,’ a well-known Facebook parody page whose bio explicitly states, “Nothing on this page is real.”
Whoopi Goldberg’s Golden Globe History and Political Clashes
Goldberg boasts a strong history with the Golden Globes, having earned three nominations and two wins: Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama for ‘The Color Purple’ in 1986, and Best Supporting Actress for ‘Ghost’ in 1991.
Over the years, the 70-year-old television personality has frequently landed in the headlines for outspoken political views and verbal clashes, particularly concerning President Donald Trump.
For instance, she publicly rebuked Trump’s controversial proposal to alter parts of the White House grounds for a new ballroom project.
“That is not your building. You don’t own that building. That would be like me going over to Trump Tower and saying I’m going to build a disco,” Goldberg remarked during a broadcast.