Renowned TV Host Calls Michelle Obama A Monkey On Live TV According to recent reports, Rodner Figueroa, an Emmy-winning talk show host is facing backlash after comparing First Lady Michelle Obama to a character from Planet of the Apes. Figueroa reportedly made the remarks during a segment of the show El Gordo Y Law Flaca. The statement was made in reference to the work of makeup artist Paolo Ballesteros, who turned himself into a Michelle Obama lookalike. You know that Michelle Obama looks like shes part of the cast of Planet of the Apes, the film, Figueroa said. If you havent seen the flick, its important to know that the majority of the characters are monkeys. After the statement was made, Figueroas co-host swiftly attempted to cover the situation, but it was already too late. After receiving immense backlash, Figueroa was fired. Yesterday during the entertainment show El Gordo y La Flaca, Rodner Figueroa made comments about First Lady Michelle Obama that were completely reprehensible and in no way reflect the values or opinions of Univision, the company released in a statement. As a result, Mr. Figueroa was fired immediately. What do you think? Did Figueroa deserve to be fired? 