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Toronto Sun
11 hours ago
- Toronto Sun
Former star NFL QB sparks outrage after sharing big-game hunting photo
Ex-Chicago Bear Jay Cutler posted photo of himself next to Sable antelope he killed while hunting in Africa Former NFL quarterback Jay Cutler poses next to an antelope he killed while hunting. Jay Cutler/Instagram Jay Cutler was known as a gunslinging quarterback during his time in the NFL. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account But now his gunslinging in retirement has caused some severe backlash online. Cutler, who played 12 seasons in the NFL, sparked outrage after sharing pictures of himself while on a big-game hunting trip to South Africa. The former Pro Bowl quarterback shared a picture on Instagram of himself kneeling next to a Sable antelope he killed during the trip. 'Kicked off the Africa hunt with a beauty,' Cutler captioned his post. 'Sable down.' Your noon-hour look at what's happening in Toronto and beyond. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Many followers on social media shared their harsh reactions to the post by Cutler, who has become an avid hunter after retiring from the NFL in 2017. 'I went to Africa on a safari and saw the most incredible wildlife and never once thought about murdering them,' one follower replied 'Wow, Jay. You killed a wild animal in a place it's rarely hunted and it had zero idea you were a threat,' another wrote. 'Suppeeerrrr impressive buddy.' Read More 'Pretty sad that you are proud to have taken down this beautiful animal,' a third user wrote. 'Paying big bucks to have someone find you a large beautiful animal that you can shoot at close range is not hunting.' This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. The scathing replies apparently did nothing to deter Cutler, who later posted a video of his first kill. On Monday, he showed off another set of hunting snaps featuring more wild animals he and his fellow hunters had killed. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. 'Another great day,' he captioned the post, which also drew a large of amount of critical comments. During his 12-year NFL career, Cutler played for the Denver Broncos, Chicago Bears and Miami Dolphins, reaching the Pro Bowl once in 2008. He had a record as a starter of 74-79 and threw for more than 35,000 yards in his career while also racking up 227 touchdown passes and 160 interceptions. In October 2024, he was charged with driving under the influence and possession of a handgun while under the influence. In 2020, Cutler also went through a public divorce with reality TV star Kristin Cavallari after 10 years together. RECOMMENDED VIDEO Columnists Editorial Cartoons Celebrity Toronto & GTA Toronto & GTA
IOL News
16 hours ago
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Kristin Cavallari's ex Jay Cutler sparks outrage with controversial hunting safari in South Africa
Jay Cutler posing with the Sable antelope he hunted down and shot while on safari in South Africa, but not everyone is impressed. Image: Instagram Jay Cutler, former American football quarterback and ex-husband of TV personality Kristin Cavallari, is once again making headlines. This time, a hunting safari in South Africa has drawn the ire of wildlife enthusiasts, putting him in the spotlight. The retired bodybuilder and NFL player shared a photo on his Instagram over the weekend where he was posing over a dead Sable antelope, with the caption, "Kicked off the Africa hunt with a beauty. Sable down." Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad loading According to "TMZ Sports", his prowess behind the sights of a rifle left many disgusted. One user posted: "This is nothing to brag about." On Instagram, bradleyhides posted: "I went to Africa on a safari and saw the most incredible wildlife and never once thought about murdering them." Another posted: "Wow, Jay. You killed a wild animal in a place it's rarely hunted and it had zero idea you were a threat." About Cutler's divorce from Cavallari, one critic wrote: "I can see why Kristin left him." The 42-year-old was undeterred by the criticism, posting further pictures of animals he had shot on his hunting safari. Sable antelopes are popular game for trophy hunters, but they present a risk to hunters, with many cases of injured bulls attacking and goring their attacker with their lethal horns. While trophy hunting is widely practised in South Africa, with proponents arguing that it helps fund conservation, create jobs and thin out herds that have grown too large, animal lovers heaped scorn on Cutler, with one person sarcastically posting: "Suppeeerrrr impressive buddy." Dylanschmidli was among those who were impressed by his actions, posting: "Nice trophy, man!!! Don't listen to anyone in here. They understand quite literally nothing about the sport. As well as how much your efforts actually in fact helped not only the conversation (he meant conservation) of the area but the community as well!" Cutler appears to be unfazed by the negative feedback on his safari kills. Jay Cutler's mug shot soon after being arrested for driving drunk late last year. Image: Supplied / Franklin Police Department His love for guns got him into trouble late last year when he was charged with drunk driving and possession of a gun while under the influence when he smashed into the back of another vehicle in Tennessee. He reportedly offered the other motorist cash if he did not involve the police. He also refused to take a breathalyser at the scene, but when a blood sample was drawn at a local hospital, he was found to be above the legal limit and was charged and released on bail. Cutler is not alone in drawing flak for his hunting escapades. In 2011, the son of US President Donald Trump, Donald Trump Jr and brother Eric were embroiled in controversy over a hunting safari in Zimbabwe where they took down several game, including an elephant. This incident sparked renewed calls for a ban on trophy hunting. Then, in 2019, he was in trouble with conservationists when the Mongolian government retrospectively gave him a permit to hunt a rare argali sheep, a beloved treasure of that country. Conservationists claim the permit system favours people who are politically connected, placing the endangered species in peril. In February this year, Donald Trump Jr was rubbished by Italian politicians after he went duck shooting in an exclusive reserve on the fringes of the Venice lagoon and shot down many birds, including a ruddy shelduck, which are uncommon migratory birds from Asia.
The South African
a day ago
- The South African
'Cruel hobby': Ex-footballer slammed for killing South African sable
Former professional American football quarterback Jay Cutler's recent hunting trip in South Africa has garnered hate online. The 42-year-old posted multiple photos proudly displaying the sable antelope he killed, sparking widespread outrage on social media. Cutler captioned one of the posts, 'Kicked off the Africa hunt with a beauty. Sable down, and described his day as great. The sable antelope, known for its striking appearance, is classified as a vulnerable species by the South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI). The species faces threats from climate change, habitat loss, and poaching. Siyabona Africa also reports that sable antelopes typically live in Kruger National Park and other protected reserves where conservationists have reintroduced them. Social media users widely criticised Cutler, an avid hunter. Instagram user @bradleyhides commented, 'I went to Africa on a safari and saw the most incredible wildlife and never once thought about murdering them.' @MatthewPaulTurner added that Cutler had 'nothing to brag about.' Another user, @reed52804, wrote: 'What a cruel 'hobby,' Jay. Shame on you for killing this beautiful animal. It breaks my heart.' Some users also referenced Cutler's personal life, suggesting that his ex-wife, Kristin Cavallari, made the right decision in divorcing him. The couple officially ended their marriage in 2022, citing inappropriate marital conduct. In 2024, police arrested Cutler in Franklin, Tennessee, after he rear-ended another vehicle and charged him with driving under the influence and illegal possession of a firearm. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 11. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news
New York Post
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Jay Cutler under fire for killing Sable antelope in South Africa
Jay Cutler is facing some serious backlash on social media after posing with a Sable antelope he killed on a hunting trip in South Africa. The retired NFL quarterback, best known for his eight seasons with the Bears, posted the photos of himself with the wild animal on Instagram over the weekend. 'Kicked off the Africa hunt with a beauty,' Cutler captioned his post. 'Sable down.' Advertisement The comments section lit up the 42-year-old Cutler, who has spent much of his free time hunting since retiring from the NFL in 2017. 'I went to Africa on a safari and saw the most incredible wildlife and never once thought about murdering them,' replied one follower, with another posting: 'This is nothing to brag about.' Advertisement A third wrote: 'Wow, Jay. You killed a wild animal in a place it's rarely hunted and it had zero idea you were a threat. Suppeeerrrr impressive buddy.' Jay Cutler posing with a Sable Antelope he hunted in South Africa. @ifjayhadinstagram/Instagram Cutler appears undeterred by the pushback. On Sunday, he posted a video of himself hunting antelope – and celebrating his kills with friends. Advertisement Then, he made another post Monday with more wild animals he appeared to have hunted, which he captioned: 'Another great day.' Getty Images Cutler has been in the news on a few other occasions since his retirement. Advertisement He was arrested in October 2024 and charged with driving under the influence and possession of a handgun while under the influence. Cutler also went through a very public divorce from reality TV star Kristin Cavallari. They parted ways in 2020 after 10 years together. The former QB threw for more than 35,000 yards and 227 touchdowns in his 12-year NFL career. He earned the lone Pro Bowl nod of his career with the Bears in 2008, after throwing for 4,526 yards and 25 touchdowns and leading the team to a 9-7 record.
Saudi Gazette
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Saudi Gazette
Level Up Docuseries launches June 6 on Prime Video
THE ES TIMES — The world of competitive gaming is poised to take center stage. Esports World Cup: Level Up, a five-part docuseries directed by Emmy Award winner R.J. Cutler, premieres on Prime Video on June 6, with new episodes weekly. A behind-the-scenes look at a pivotal moment in esports As someone deeply immersed in the industry, I find this series incredibly compelling. Level Up delves into the first-ever Esports World Cup (EWC) 2024, a historic tournament with prizes exceeding $60 million. The stakes were high, and the excitement was unstoppable. The series was filmed in verité style, capturing authentic, unscripted moments. Cutler's team immersed themselves in the heart of the eight-week event, giving us a rare glimpse into the people and stories that made this tournament happen. Global Reach and World-Class Storytelling The series is produced by Sony Pictures Television's This Machine and will air exclusively on Prime Video in over 240 countries. Directed by R.J. Cutler, with John Dorsey as production manager. Executive producers include Jane Cha Cutler, Trevor Smith, Elise Pearlstein, and Mark Blatty. The Human Drama at the Heart of Competition Cutler highlights the emotional side of esports: 'Level Up isn't just about money. It's about the passion and inner strength of competitors who push themselves to the limit. Under pressure, their human essence emerges.' This feeling is real. I've seen how fierce competition reveals the true character of players, and this series captures that essence. EWC Club Championship: A New Format for a New Era At the heart of the series is the EWC Club Championship, where clubs competed across more than 20 games for ranking points. Every match was a game-changer, and every point was valuable. With the largest prize money in esports history, this format redefined what a tournament could be. Touching Stories from Around the World From the unknown to legends, Level Up highlights unforgettable journeys: • Soka (Team Falcons) - A confident, loud player from Oakland, using his bold style to conceal a difficult past. His passion drives his team forward. • FAKER (T1) - A living legend from South Korea, struggling with his opponents and the weight of his legacy. • Sanford (Team Liquid) - A 19-year-old prodigy from the Philippines, supporting his family after his father suffered a stroke. His story combines survival and ambition. • Drazah (Atlanta FaZe) - Raised in a cabin in Alaska with seven siblings, his journey to the main stage showcases the true meaning of resilience. • Chel & Cinny (Team Vitality) - Two sisters from Indonesia, leading the strongest women's team in Mobile Legends history. Personal loss tests their emotional strength. • Yevhen Zolotarov (NAVI) - Competing for Ukraine amidst war. Fighting for more than just a title. • Mossad Aldossary (Team Falcons) - A young Riyadh-based CEO carrying national pride on his shoulders. Local pressure? Tremendous. A celebration of esports and its global community The Esports World Cup 2024 hosted approximately 1,500 elite players and 200 clubs from over 100 countries. They competed across 22 tournaments in 21 games for the biggest prize in the game's history. 'Titles focus on the winners, but this series showcases the real story - what it takes to reach the top. Level Up captures that journey,' says Ralf Reichert, Executive Director of the EWCF. And I couldn't have said it better. Esports isn't just about winning; it's about people, sacrifice, and the love of the game. Don't miss the premiere Esports World Cup: Level Up premiered on Prime Video on June 6. If you're a fan of esports or inspiring stories - or both - this is a work you shouldn't miss.
