Cameras, for instance, caught Melissa McCarthy, who impersonated the embattled former White House press secretary on "Saturday Night Live," appearing less than amused. Colbert wheeled out Spicer at the end of his monologue for a gag that recalled Spicer's presser about President Trump's inauguration attendance. Both in person and around the world," said Spicer, who's been making several public appearances since his departure from the White House in July. In this divisive political era, critics berated the Emmys for making light of Spicer's behavior. As press secretary, Spicer was known for his combative behavior, as he often reprimanded reporters, and he came to symbolize the administration's use of so-called "alternative facts."

Source: Los Angeles Times September 18, 2017 04:52 UTC