Eric Benét Recounts Awkward Encounter with Joe Jackson at Awards Show

Singer Eric Benét Reveals Awkward Encounter with Joe Jackson at Awards Show

In a recent TikTok video, R&B singer Eric Benét shared a bizarre encounter he had with the late Michael Jackson’s father, Joe Jackson, at an awards show. Benét recounted how he was seated in front of Joe Jackson shortly after the passing of his famous son, and things took a strange turn.

As Benét sat in front of Joe Jackson, the elder Jackson leaned up behind him and whispered “Halle Berry” in his ear, completely unprovoked. For context, Benét was previously married to Halle Berry from 2001-2005 before their divorce due to Benét’s infidelity.

Confused and taken aback by the random comment, Benét couldn’t help but wonder what Joe Jackson’s intentions were. Was he trying to be witty, make a connection, or simply being shady? Benét jokingly questioned if he was about to get into an altercation with the man who famously disciplined his son, Michael Jackson.

Thankfully, Benét managed to diffuse the situation by politely asking Joe Jackson to stop, and the elder Jackson obliged. Despite the awkward encounter, Benét handled the situation with grace and humor.

This story serves as a reminder that even in the glitz and glamour of Hollywood, awkward and unexpected moments can still occur. Benét’s candid retelling of his encounter with Joe Jackson is a humorous and relatable tale of navigating uncomfortable situations with grace.