MMA commentator critiques Bellator fighter Josh Haquit for transforming from a respectful, normal personality after his October 2023 Bellator 300 debut into someone who constantly plays up an exaggerated character. While Haquit's antics at weigh-ins and other events generate social media content and views, the observer argues he has gone too far by maintaining the act constantly. A January interview with Ariel Helwani where Haquit acted erratic throughout was cited as particularly unwatchable. According to the post, someone captured Haquit dropping the act immediately after cameras stopped rolling, apologizing to those present for his behavior.

