Joy Taylor is no stranger to stirring the pot, but her latest comments about what it would take for her to be a stay-at-home partner have ignited a social media firestorm. The former FS1 host, who now runs her own unfiltered show, recently declared that a $5,000 monthly allowance wouldn't be enough to cover her lifestyle—and the internet has plenty to say about it.
On this week's episode, Taylor and her co-host Hayley (@hayleybeautyy) dove into a hypothetical scenario: if a partner covered all bills and handed over $5,000 a month, would that be sufficient for a woman to forgo working? Taylor's answer was a resounding no, and she didn't hold back in explaining why.
"That would not work for me," Taylor said. "I have not even done all of the things that I do to preserve this body, and this face and this hair—$1,700. I'm not even as 'baddie' as I could be." She went on to break down her monthly maintenance costs, which she estimated at $2,500, and added that she'd need to save money for herself as a safety net. "If you decide to wake up and freak the f—k out and be a different person, I need to have money so that I can start my life over," she explained.
Taylor concluded that $5,000 might work for some women, but not for her. "The $5,000 is completely doable if you live a certain type of way, if you are a certain type of woman… if you're very, very, very low-maintenance, y'all could do it," she said. "But don't come over here with that."
The backlash was swift and brutal. Commenters flooded her posts with criticism, with one writing, "2500 to look good means you dont look good," while another asked, "How do people walk through life with this mindset?" Some took aim at her appearance, with one user quipping, "Let's be clear, nobody with a booty this flat should be demanding an allowance." Others referenced her former colleague, with one comment reading, "Taylor Rooks ghosting this podcast is the best decision she ever made."
Taylor's comments come on the heels of other bold takes from her, including her recent critique of the NFL's push for an 18-game season. She's also been in the spotlight for her sunset swimsuit photos, which have drawn plenty of attention themselves.
While some fans defend Taylor's right to set her own standards, others argue that her stance is out of touch with reality. The debate raises broader questions about financial independence, self-worth, and what it truly means to be "high maintenance" in a relationship.
Interestingly, Taylor's co-host Hayley seemed to share a different perspective, suggesting that $5,000 might be enough for some women. The dynamic between the two hosts adds another layer to the discussion, with viewers taking sides on who they agree with.
This isn't the first time Taylor has sparked controversy with her personal opinions. She's previously weighed in on Caitlin Clark's anthem stance, and her takes often generate heated reactions. But this latest debate about her "high maintenance" standards has clearly struck a nerve.
What do you think? Is Joy Taylor justified in her demands, or is she out of line? Let us know in the comments below.
