Many people are discussing the recent controversy surrounding a quote attributed to Tiger Woods about Kamala Harris‘ accent. The viral statement, which quickly spread across social media, has raised questions about its authenticity and the reasons behind its sudden popularity. As debates continue, many are curious about whether Woods truly made the comment and what implications it holds.
Here’s a look at the origins of the quote, the reactions it triggered, and the broader context of misinformation.
Tiger Woods did not comment on Kamala Harris’ accent.
A viral quote attributed to Woods, claiming he criticized Harris for using a “fake Black accent,” was entirely fabricated. The quote appears to have come from a satirical account on X (formerly Twitter), Tour Golf, known for posting humorous and mostly false statements about public figures. This account has dubbed itself similar to parody websites like The Babylon Bee and The Onion.
The fake quote gained significant traction on social media, racking up millions of views and thousands of likes. This led some to mistakenly believe it was genuine. However, the account that posted the quote clearly states in its bio that it shares satirical content. Despite this, many people, including public figures, initially reacted as if the quote were real. This suggests how easily people can be influenced by misinformation.
While Woods has avoided political commentary, he has publicly discussed his relationship with former President Donald Trump. Woods and Trump share a mutual love for golf, and they seem to have played together numerous times. Trump also awarded Woods the Medal of Freedom in 2019. However, there is no record of Woods commenting on Harris’ speaking style, reflecting his broader tendency to remain apolitical.
Misinformation about public figures is a recurring issue on social media, with false quotes and manipulated content often going viral. Multiple fact-checking organizations, including AFP Fact Check and PolitiFact, have debunked similar instances where false quotes were attributed to Kamala Harris to create misleading narratives.
