Famu broadcaster is apology after attacking comments about ASU Dance Team Sting on social media

Florida A & M University (Famu) Band -broadcaster Joe Bullard has a back pedition and apologized for his attacking comments during a match against Alabama State University (ASU), where he referred the Honey Beez Dance team as “The New Face of Ozempic.”

The incident took place on 27 September during the rest of a football match between the Rattlers and Hornets on Famus Home Turf in Bragg Memorial Stadium in Tallahassee. After the ASU Honey Beez-a team that is known for its full dancers the field to perform, Bullard called them ‘the new face of ozempic’, referring to the popular diabetes medication of type 2 sold for target loss goals.

The comments aroused “OHHS” and “Ahhs” from the crowd, but when the video started to circulate on social media, Bullard was put even more. In his apology, he admits that his comments were ‘hurtful and disrespectful’, and although there is a culture of playfully competitive chatter among HBCUs, Bullard knows that he crossed the border. “My comments focused on the ASU Honey Beez were meant as light chatter, but I now acknowledge that they came across in a way that was offensive and disrespectful,” he wrote.

“Before that, I am expanding my deepest and sincere apologies: in the first place to the Asu Honey Beez, to Alabama State University, at Alabama State University Marching Band, at Florida A&M University, and to the fans and supporters of both institutions who were present, or anyone else who heard my words. Tallahassee -Democrat.

“Friendly competition and playful jokes have long been part of the HBCU band culture, but I have come to understand that my words exceeded a border. My intention was never to belittle or respect the incredible young people who represent our schools with so much grace, talent and pride. They are the embodiment of our culture, and they deserve nothing less than our full respect.”

Bullard held the position as the voice of the Famu Marching 100 band since 1975, with which he marks his 50th season with the band during the 2025-2026 season. During his career he was honored with the key to the city in both Quincy and Tallahassee, and recorded in Famu’s Hall of Fame and the National Black Radio Hall of Fame.

His comments were labeled on social media as ‘disgusting’. “Disgusting behavior, especially if this, when we are supposed to be united. SMH,” wrote @lanaisbananas on X.

Other users referred to his comments such as “dehumanizing” and “Fatphobic” and called for Famu for Fire Bullard, regardless of his apology. “He should be relieved of his duties. Actually immediately,” @Onjustbrandi said.

According to Yahoo! SportThe honey bees were Founded in 2004 and have become popular for their unique offers in HBCU atletiek. The team can be seen in the TV show Bama State Style And received his own spin-off during the 2019-2020 season. Asu Dr. Quinton T. Ross issued a statement in which the hard work of the group is emphasized and emphasizes that they should not be subject to lack of respect.

“The Honey Beez, together with the powerful marching hornets, spend countless hours on their profession to deliver the unforgettable, show stop performance that embarrass the pride and excellence of Alabama State University. In order not to respond their artistry after such a performance is absolutely unacceptable,” he wrote.

“As president of this big institution, I am firmly with the Honey Beez, the Mighty Marching Hornets and our entire student body. Honey Beez, please know that you will be celebrated, appreciated and admired for the joy that brings you to the Hornet Nation, and also for the daring and fearless way that you represent the best of Asu.

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