Jul 21, 2008
Story Timeline: 82 days
The ESPY Awards aired tonight on ESPN hosted by Justin Timberlake. Although not an athlete or seasoned presenter, JT nailed it! He was funny and kept the show rolling. Good choice, ESPN. Justin Timberlake In the opening monologue, Justin took some light jabs at several members of the audience, including David Beckham, KU basketball player Mario Chalmers, and especially Eli Manning. Of Eli, JT said it had been a big year for the football player - he won the Superbowl and got to see a girl naked. “It’s cool, isn’t it?” JT asked. Somehow, Eli wasn’t laughing, but Mike Strahan thought it was hilarious. Then there was the rock opera performed by Timberlake. At that point, no one was safe, especially Tony Romo and Jessica Simpson. There were cardboard cut-outs, puppets of Celtics, and Gospel choirs. Of the hosting gig, Timberlake...
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