Comedian Bill Maher has fired back at his friend and former collaborator, Larry David, after the Seinfeld star published a scathing op-ed comparing a dinner with Donald Trump to one between Adolf Hitler. In an appearance on Piers Morgan’s YouTube talk show, Uncensored, Maher said that David’s piece was “kind of insulting” to the six million Jews killed by the Holocaust.
David’s essay, titled “My Dinner With Adolf,” satirically portrayed a critic of Hitler who accepts a dinner invitation and finds common ground with the former Nazi leader. The essay sparked criticism from many, including Maher, who had previously been critical of Trump but accepted an invitation to dine with him and his celebrity friends last month.
Maher defended his own meeting with Trump, saying he found the president “gracious and measured” and that they discussed issues where they disagreed. However, Maher took issue with David’s op-ed, calling it a flawed argument and saying Hitler should be left alone. Despite their public disagreement, Maher expressed hope for reconciliation between the two comedians.
The feud between David and Maher highlights the complexities of using humor to critique powerful figures like Trump. Both men have used satire to speak out against him, but their methods differ. The incident may mark a turning point in their friendship, with each side vying for the other’s attention.
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