Backlash Against Megyn Kelly's Comments on Jeffrey Epstein

Megyn Kelly, former Fox News host, has faced significant backlash following her comments regarding Jeffrey Epstein during an episode of *The Megyn Kelly Show*. Kelly stated that Epstein “was not a pedophile” but rather preferred “the barely legal type,” specifically mentioning 15-year-old girls. She attempted to differentiate between the ages of his victims, asserting, “There’s a difference between a 15-year-old and a 5-year-old, you know?” This statement has drawn widespread condemnation from various public figures and social media users alike.

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Actress Melissa Gilbert, known for her role in *Little House on the Prairie*, publicly criticized Kelly's remarks. In an Instagram post, Gilbert shared photos of herself at age 15, expressing her discomfort with Kelly's comments. She stated, “I am actually nauseated,” and emphasized, “I WAS A CHILD. I WAS FIFTEEN.” Gilbert highlighted the importance of recognizing the vulnerability of young girls, stating, “Thank God my mom and Michael [Landon] and so many others were there to make sure I was safe. Can you imagine if I hadn’t had them all? I am so fortunate (Sort of). Many other young women aren’t.”

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Christina Ricci, star of *Yellowjackets*, also condemned Kelly's comments, labeling her a “danger to children.” Ricci shared a quote on Instagram that read, “There’s definitely a difference between a 5-year-old and a 15-year-old. But that difference is not ‘whether or not sleeping with them makes you a pedophile.’” This sentiment echoed the concerns of many who felt that Kelly's remarks trivialized the severity of Epstein's actions.

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The backlash against Kelly's comments extended beyond social media. Various media personalities, including those from CNN and *The Daily Show*,

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