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Karl Stefanovic blasts the French as 'weirdos' and 'rude' after copping criticism for living it up in Paris amid Nine layoffs and wage disputes


Karl Stefanovic has slammed the French as 'weird and rude' despite enjoying the best Paris has to offer while in France for Nine's Olympics coverage.

'The Pope put out a letter about that,' said Kyle, 53, referring to the criticism the showpiece drew for a banquet scene where an actor playing Greek god Dionysus took centre stage on a table with drag queens. As well as reporting live on the Olympic action with co-host Sarah Abo, Karl has also been making the most of the sights of Paris and enjoying some lavish outings in the city According to Woman's Day, there are also reports that Nine network staff are livid they're staying in budget accomodation while Karl, Nine CEO Mike Sneesby and the leadership team luxuriate in the five-star Le Pavilion de la Reine hotel and spa.

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