Reporter Harassed by Child's Vulgar Remark at Rogers Centre

CityNews Toronto reporter Michelle Mackey experienced harassment during a live shoot outside Rogers Centre when a young boy shouted a vulgar phrase at her, originating from a controversial 2014 internet meme. The boy's father, present at the scene, laughed and did not intervene, which Mackey criticized for normalizing misogynistic behavior. Disturbed by the incident, Mackey shared a video online, blurred to protect the child's identity, which has since gone viral. Despite attempting to confront the pair, they walked away, reinforcing Mackey's concern about the perpetuation of disrespect towards women. The incident has sparked widespread debate on the impact of toxic internet culture and the responsibilities of adults in guiding children's behavior.