Richard Ayoade and Laurence Fox, who are brothers-in-law, had a notable falling out in 2020. The conflict arose after Fox’s controversial remarks on “Question Time,” where he dismissed the Meghan Markle race debate and made inflammatory comments. These statements led to significant backlash and criticism, causing a rift with Ayoade. Fox sought Richard’s support but was met with indifference. Ayoade’s dismissive response to the situation exacerbated their strained relationship, highlighting the impact of public controversies on personal connections.
