Chris Evans & Jeremy Renner Release Statements After Calling Black Widow 'Slut' & 'Whore'

Chris Evans and Jeremy Renner have both issued apologies after the video of them calling Black Widow a “slut” and “whore” caused a ton of controversy.

“Yesterday we were asked about the rumors that Black Widow wanted to be in a relationship with both Hawkeye and Captain America. We answered in a very juvenile and offensive way that rightfully angered some fans. I regret it and sincerely apologize,” Chris told JustJared.com in a statement.

“I am sorry that this tasteless joke about a fictional character offended anyone,” Jeremy told JustJared.com in a statement. “It was not meant to be serious in any way. Just poking fun during an exhausting and tedious press tour.”

Watch the video interview where they make the comments here if you didn’t see it.

Also pictured inside: Jeremy and Chris at the Avengers: Age of Ultron premiere in London earlier in the week.