With our free press under threat and federal funding for public media gone, your support matters more than ever. Help keep the LAist newsroom strong, become a monthly member or increase your support today.
This is an archival story that predates current editorial management.
This archival content was written, edited, and published prior to LAist's acquisition by its current owner, Southern California Public Radio ("SCPR"). Content, such as language choice and subject matter, in archival articles therefore may not align with SCPR's current editorial standards. To learn more about those standards and why we make this distinction, please click here.
Video: Mayor Garcetti Celebrates Kings Victory By Dropping An F-Bomb On Live TV
Mayor Eric Garcetti, our city's hipster and Boy Scout Mayor, couldn't contain his excitement today at Staples Center in celebrating the Kings' Stanley Cup victory. During a live telecast after the rally downtown, he dropped an f-bomb.
"They say there are two rules in politics," Garcetti said. "Never, ever be pictured with a drink in your hand and never swear. But this is a big fucking day."
The crowd's cheers after his announcement were deafening and Garcetti was all smiles.
Luc Robitaille, the Kings' president of business operations, had to follow Garcetti's act. "Well, we told our players not to cuss," he said, looking back at the Mayor. "Thanks.''
Support for LAist comes from
Garcetti also made it a point to rub it in to New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio, who both had a running bet on the Stanley Cup, according to KPCC. If L.A. had lost, Garcetti would have had to sing "New York, New York" on Jimmy Kimmel Live. But since our city won, Blasio will be crooning "I Love L.A." tonight on the show.
And Fox Sports West, which was broadcasting the rally, quickly apologized for the salty language.
At LAist, we believe in journalism without censorship and the right of a free press to speak truth to those in power. Our hard-hitting watchdog reporting on local government, climate, and the ongoing housing and homelessness crisis is trustworthy, independent and freely accessible to everyone thanks to the support of readers like you.
But the game has changed: Congress voted to eliminate funding for public media across the country. Here at LAist that means a loss of $1.7 million in our budget every year. We want to assure you that despite growing threats to free press and free speech, LAist will remain a voice you know and trust. Speaking frankly, the amount of reader support we receive will help determine how strong of a newsroom we are going forward to cover the important news in our community.
We’re asking you to stand up for independent reporting that will not be silenced. With more individuals like you supporting this public service, we can continue to provide essential coverage for Southern Californians that you can’t find anywhere else. Become a monthly member today to help sustain this mission.
Thank you for your generous support and belief in the value of independent news.
Chip in now to fund your local journalism
(
LAist
)
Trending on LAist
-
Doctors say administrator directives allow immigration agents to interfere in medical decisions and compromise medical care. -
The Palisades Fire erupted on Jan. 7 and went on to kill 12 people and destroy more than 6,800 homes and buildings. -
People moving to Los Angeles are regularly baffled by the region’s refrigerator-less apartments. They’ll soon be a thing of the past. -
Experts say students shouldn't readily forgo federal aid. But a California-only program may be a good alternative in some cases. -
Distrito Catorce’s Guillermo Piñon says the team no longer reflects his community. A new mural will honor local leaders instead. -
The program is for customers in communities that may not be able to afford turf removal or water-saving upgrades.
Best of LAist