Nigerian comedian AY opens up about the 18-year rift with Basketmouth, revealing the damage it caused
A recent episode of AY’s podcast, ‘The Glass House’, saw the comedians make their first public appearance together in years, and AY shared his thoughts on the impact of their long-standing feud.
The rift between AY and Basketmouth has been a topic of discussion for over a decade, with both comedians avoiding each other in public. However, their recent reunion provided an opportunity for them to reflect on the damage their fight had caused.
AY admitted that he didn’t realize the fight had started, and it simply grew over time. He noted that people were spreading rumors about their feud, which prolonged it. “We were like providers for people,” he said, acknowledging that their public disagreement had caused harm to their careers and relationships.
Basketmouth added that their feud had also led to people taking sides and spreading rumors. He shared an anecdote about a comedian who had asked his permission to work with AY, and how it had caused confusion when he eventually found out that they had made up.
Both comedians emphasized the importance of collaboration over competition, and how their recent reunion has brought about a new era of understanding and cooperation. The episode of ‘The Glass House’ podcast marks a significant step towards healing and moving forward for the two comedians.
