She Sparks Controversy Over Remarks About Pope Benedict XVI in 2011
In October 2011, a public remark referencing Pope Benedict XVI landed her in hot water, drawing swift condemnation from Catholic organizations and advocacy groups. The fallout sparked responses from religious and civic leaders alike, earned coverage well outside entertainment circles, and prompted her to walk back the comment in follow-up interviews — one of several times her off-script words ignited wider public controversy.
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