Guy Fieri Distances Himself from Tate Brothers After UFC Event Greeting

The celebrity chef claims he didn't know the controversial influencers and doesn't support them in any way.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 8:39pm

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An abstract close-up photograph of shattered glass and glittering shards, reflecting a dim light and conveying a sense of disruption and controversy.The backlash over Guy Fieri's unexpected encounter with the Tate brothers at a high-profile UFC event has exposed the risks of public figures being associated with controversial figures, even inadvertently.Today in Miami

Food Network star Guy Fieri faced backlash on social media after being seen greeting controversial 'manosphere' influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate at a recent UFC event in Miami. Fieri has since released a statement claiming he did not know the Tate brothers prior to the encounter and does not support them 'in any way'.

Why it matters

The Tate brothers are currently under criminal investigation in multiple countries for alleged offenses including rape and human trafficking. Fieri's friendly interaction with them at the high-profile UFC event sparked outrage among many on social media who felt the celebrity chef was endorsing or associating with the Tates and their problematic views.

The details

In videos and photos shared online, Fieri was seen shaking hands and embracing the Tate brothers at UFC 327 in Miami on April 11. The event was also attended by former President Donald Trump. Fieri later released a statement on X (formerly Twitter) saying he was 'devastated' by the backlash and that he 'did not know them or about them before that moment.' He reiterated that he does not support the Tate brothers 'in any way'.

  • On April 11, 2026, Fieri was seen greeting the Tate brothers at UFC 327 in Miami.
  • On April 12, 2026, Fieri released a statement on X addressing the backlash over the encounter.

The players

Guy Fieri

A celebrity chef and television personality, known for hosting shows on the Food Network.

Andrew Tate

A controversial social media influencer who is currently under criminal investigation in multiple countries.

Tristan Tate

The brother of Andrew Tate, also a controversial social media influencer who is under criminal investigation alongside his sibling.

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What they’re saying

“I'm seeing all of your comments about the photo from Saturday's UFC event and all I can say is that I'm devastated. I was there to see the fights and when I was walking through the venue, the Tate brothers stood up and said hello and that's when the exchanged happened. I did not know them or about them before that moment.”

— Guy Fieri, Celebrity Chef

“I'll never pretend to be a perfect person but let me be crystal clear, I do not know the Tate brothers nor do I support them in any way.”

— Guy Fieri, Celebrity Chef

The takeaway

This incident highlights the potential risks for public figures of being seen associating with controversial individuals, even inadvertently. Fieri's swift response to distance himself from the Tate brothers and clarify that he does not support them reflects the need for celebrities to be cautious about their public interactions and the messages they may inadvertently send.