It’s Christmastime—the season of joy, kindness, and goodwill to all. Yet here I am on Christmas Eve, scrolling through tweets from none other than Piers Morgan. Surprisingly, though, this time it’s not his usual grumbles and complaints that dominate the screen.
For most of the year, Morgan has solidified his reputation as the internet’s resident Scrooge, with a steady stream of finger-wagging, body-shaming, and holier-than-thou rants. But in a twist worthy of A Christmas Carol, it seems he’s swapped his usual cynicism for some unexpected holiday cheer. Instead of another bitter tirade, Morgan decided to share a photo of football legend Cristiano Ronaldo, praising his physique and wishing him a merry Christmas.
Yes, you read that right. Piers Morgan—a man who rarely misses an opportunity to play the role of the Grand Grouch—offered a rare moment of positivity. In response to Ronaldo’s tweet, Morgan even made a self-deprecating joke about his own abs. For those familiar with his usual brand of smugness, this lighthearted moment feels like a bona fide Christmas miracle. Who knew Morgan was capable of showing self-awareness, let alone spreading some festive goodwill?
Did three ghosts pay him a visit last night? Or did he simply get an early start on the Christmas wine? Whatever the reason, Morgan has traded his usual divisive antics for some uncharacteristic warmth and humor.
Now, why Ronaldo? Of all people, why is the world-famous footballer the sole recipient of Morgan’s public holiday wishes? Is there some secret bromance between them? Not quite. Morgan has interviewed Ronaldo multiple times and has even broken exclusive news about him in the past, so there’s some history there.
But if you dig a little deeper, it seems the answer lies in one memorable interaction. Five years ago, during an interview, Ronaldo complimented Morgan’s abs—a moment immortalized as the pinned tweet on Morgan’s profile. Fast forward to today, and Morgan still hasn’t let it go, referencing the compliment again in his recent tweet.
Was his self-deprecating humor genuine, or does he truly believe Ronaldo’s praise? Knowing Morgan, it’s hard to say. Either way, it’s refreshing to see him momentarily shift gears from stirring controversy to spreading a little Christmas cheer.
So, while Morgan’s festive transformation might not win him the “Most Jolly” award, we’ll take what we can get. For now, let’s enjoy the rare sight of Piers Morgan being merry—even if it’s fueled by an old compliment from Ronaldo. Happy holidays, indeed!