Nayanar was renowned for his humorous remarks and speeches. Many condemned his remarks as racist. He later apologized for his remarks. Maher also issued a statement apologizing for the remarks. During this Lawler began making disparaging remarks about him. Following criticism for her remarks, Heaton apologized days later. He apologized after the ceremony for his "inelegantly expressed" remarks. She subsequently apologized for her "insensitive" remarks. Ambassador Mull issued an apology for Comey's remarks. The general tone of his remarks was conciliatory. Some of his remarks have also been considered homophobic. He was known for his witty remarks. Haddad-Adel responded to Ahmadinejad accusing him of using inappropriate language in his remarks and letters. Cherry garnered some controversy with his remarks. He later apologised for his remarks in late 2011.