In the world of celebrity dating, some stories are worth the 15-year wait. This week, the internet is buzzing after Angela Simmons pulled up to Cam Newton’s Funky Friday podcast to finally clear the air on their long-rumored history. As it turns out, there was no “history” just one “ick”-tastic night in 2011 that Simmons is still recovering from.
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The sit-down wasn’t just a trip down memory lane; it was a masterclass in how not to secure a second date with a hip-hop royal.
The Setup: Pre-Draft Hype vs. Reality
The date took place in New York City in 2011, literally the night before Cam Newton was selected #1 overall in the NFL Draft. Orchestrated by a mutual connection (revealed to be Kris Jenner’s partner, Corey Gamble), the blind date had all the makings of a power-couple origin story.
Instead, Simmons describes an evening spent watching Newton “audition for an audience of one.”
“You sat across from me and, I can’t remember the joke, but I remember thinking, ‘This is not funny,’” Simmons told a visibly surprised Newton. “And you were like, ‘Haha!’ and you’d tap yourself on the back. I said, ‘Oh, I’m ready to go.’”
Why It Went South: The “Arrogant A**hole” Energy
Simmons didn’t hold back, labeling Newton an “arrogant ahole”** during the encounter. Her main grievance? A total lack of awareness. According to Angela, the former MVP spent the night:
- Laughing loudly at his own jokes.
- “Patting himself on the back” metaphorically and literally.
- Failing to make any genuine connection beyond his own hype.
While Newton defended his behavior as “pre-draft nerves” and claimed he didn’t remember being “that corny,” Simmons stood her ground. For her, the “ick” was instant and irreversible.
The “Taxi Ride” Redemption
The only thing that saved the night from being a total wash was the ride home. Simmons admitted that once they got into a taxi and Newton finally “decided to be nicer,” they actually had a real conversation. That brief moment of vulnerability outside her hotel is likely why the two have remained on friendly terms for over a decade, despite never going on a second date.
The Insider Take: A Lesson in Brand vs. Being
For the hip-hop community, this interview is a fascinating look at the “Superman” persona Newton has cultivated for years. At the height of his powers in 2011, he was untouchable—but Simmons, coming from hip-hop royalty as Rev Run’s daughter, wasn’t impressed by the shine.
It serves as a reminder that in the elite circles of fashion, music, and sports, confidence is expected, but charisma is earned.
The Big Question: Is Cam’s “big personality” actually just a shield for insecurity, as they discussed later in the episode? Or was Angela just the wrong audience for the “Funky Friday” energy?
Drop a comment and let us know: Have you ever had a date go so bad you remembered the specific “ick” 15 years later?
