HBO's Largest Controversies in History

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Big Love and even bigger outrage

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A one-hour HBO special called "Talking Funny" showcased renowned stand-up comedians engaging in discussions on the comedic elements of their jokes. The special included appearances from Jerry Seinfeld, Chris Rock, Ricky Gervais, and Louis C.K.

During one instance, Louis C.K. was referred to as the blackest white man by Chris Rock, to which a response was given by C.K. using a certain N-word that often leads to individuals being heavily criticized. Laughter erupted, and the incident was swiftly forgotten.

However, after seven years, the clip resurfaced on the Internet, and the rest of the story unfolded.