Jimmy Fallon received criticism for interviewing UFC fighter Conor McGregor on *The Tonight Show* without addressing the ongoing civil rape trial McGregor is facing. Despite discussing McGregor’s return to the Octagon, Fallon omitted any mention of the serious allegations. Critics argue this omission normalizes alleged abusive behavior and disregards the alleged victim. The decision to avoid the topic sparked a debate about the responsibility of late-night hosts to address sensitive issues when interviewing controversial figures. Social media users expressed disappointment and called for Fallon to address the oversight. Representatives for Fallon and *The Tonight Show* have not yet issued a public response to the criticism. The civil trial is ongoing and details of the allegations remain under court consideration.