Comedian Natasha Leggero Won’t Apologize For Pearl Harbor Joke During New Year’s Broadcast

After facing criticism for what she calls a “harmless joke” about World War II veterans, comedian Natasha Leggero wrote a pretty perfect response, without apologizing.

On New Year's Eve, Natasha Leggero made a joke about World War II veterans during NBC's live coverage that immediately resulted in a backlash. But the comedian has made it clear she is not sorry.

On New Year's Eve, Natasha Leggero made a joke about World War II veterans during NBC's live coverage that immediately resulted in a backlash. But the comedian has made it clear she is not sorry.

Leggero is a stand-up comic who is a frequent guest on Chelsea Lately. She was a judge on NBC's Last Comic Standing, roasted James Franco, and also has a Comedy Central Presents under her belt.

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While discussing the now notorious Spaghetti-O's tweet about Pearl Harbor, Leggero joked: "It sucks that the only survivors of Pearl Harbor are being mocked by the only food they can still chew."


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