British comedian Jack Whitehall has been left 'honoured' by singer Becky Hill after she unleashed a diss track aimed at him. The controversy began earlier this month when Whitehall made a comment about Whitney Houston's performance at the BRITs Awards, stating that the late singer's vocals sounded 'like she'd been up all night at Wetherspoons.'
Hill, a BRITs nominee, took to social media to respond with a track titled 'Wetherspoons Whitney', which included lyrics seemingly targeting Whitehall.
Responding to the diss track, Whitehall took to Instagram to express his gratitude, stating, 'Thanks Becky, I'm truly honoured to be the subject of your ire.' The comedian's remark has sparked a mix of reactions from fans and fellow celebrities, with some praising his wit and others labelling him 'delusional' for his response.
The BRITs Awards took place on 18 May at The O2 Arena in London, with Billie Eilish and Harry Styles among the big winners of the night. The controversy surrounding Whitehall's comment has sparked debate about the importance of being respectful to the late Whitney Houston's legacy.
Meanwhile, the UK's music industry continues to grapple with issues surrounding online harassment and cyberbullying, with many artists and industry professionals calling for greater action to be taken against online abuse.