Steve Aoki Left Speechless by Savage ‘Bad Breath’ Question on ‘Family Feud’
Steve Aoki Gets Speechless on Celebrity Family Feud: Bad Breath Question Stumps the DJ
The Big Picture
Celebrity Family Feud is back with a star-studded episode airing Thursday, August 20 at 8/7c on ABC (streaming next day on Hulu). Two epic battles are set to go down, all for charity! Here’s everything you need to know—explained simply.
Game 1: Team Aoki vs. Team Booster
Who’s Playing?
Team Steve Aoki (playing for the Aoki Foundation):
- Steve Aoki (world-famous DJ/producer)
- Sasha Aoki (Steve’s wife)
- Kevin Aoki (Steve’s brother)
- Kana Aoki (Steve’s sister)
- Ann Sofine
Team Joel Kim Booster (playing for SELAH Neighborhood Homeless Coalition):
- Joel Kim Booster (actor & comedian)
- John Michael Sudsina
- Solomon Georgio
- Patti Harrison (comedian)
- George Civeris
Important: Both teams are playing to win money for their chosen charities—not for themselves!
Game 2: Team Bow Wow vs. Team Rickey Smiley
Who’s Playing?
Team Bow Wow (playing for Make-A-Wish):
- Bow Wow (rapper & actor)
- Teresa Caldwell
- Justin Spaulding
- Jamall Willingham
- Donna Jones
Team Rickey Smiley (playing for the NAACP):
- Rickey Smiley (comedian & radio host)
- Gary Hayes
- Tamika Scott
- Rocky Turner
- Georgia Alfredas (from Rickey’s morning show team)
The Viral Moment: Steve Aoki vs. Bad Breath
In an exclusive clip, Steve Aoki and Joel Kim Booster face off first. Here’s what went down—step by step:
The Face-Off Play-by-Play
- The Fist Bump – Aoki and Booster start with a friendly fist bump. Sportsmanship!
- The Fashion Compliment – Steve Harvey checks out Aoki’s jeans (colorful stars and lines) and says:
"I like them pants. They’re dawg. I’m about to get them."
Translation: Harvey loves the pants. "Dawg" = cool/awesome. - The Question – Harvey reads:
"I didn’t know my breath was bad until people kept doing what when I was talking."
- Booster Buzzes First – His answer: "Covering their nose."
Result: #2 answer on the board. Solid! - Aoki’s Turn – Harvey re-reads the question for Aoki to try for the #1 answer.
- The Buzzer Beats Him – Aoki buzzes in (even though he didn’t need to—he already had control) and says:
"Uhhh…"
Buzzer sounds. Time’s up. No answer given. - The Reactions:
- Sasha Aoki (wife): "It’s ok." Supportive!
- Steve Harvey (turning to Sasha): "I need your help!"
- Harvey’s Joke: "Well, you got that part right." Both men crack up.
- The Decision – Booster chooses to PLAY (not pass). The game continues!
Want to see it? Watch the full clip on TV Insider.
How to Watch
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Show | Celebrity Family Feud |
| Episode | "Bow Wow vs Rickey Smiley and Steve Aoki vs Joel Kim Booster" |
| Air Date | Thursday, August 20 |
| Time | 8:00–9:01 p.m. EDT (8/7c) |
| Channel | ABC |
| Streaming | Next day on Hulu |
Why This Episode Matters
- Charity First – Every point = real money for great causes
- Star Power – DJs, rappers, comedians, actors—all in one night
- Pure Fun – Unscripted moments like Aoki’s "Uhhh" are TV gold
- Family Vibes – Literal families (the Aokis) and work families (Smiley’s crew)
FAQ: Your Questions Answered
1. What is Celebrity Family Feud?
It’s the celebrity version of the classic game show Family Feud. Two teams of 5 "family members" (related or chosen family) guess the most popular survey answers to win money for charity. Steve Harvey hosts.
2. Do the celebrities keep the money?
Nope! Every dollar goes to their chosen charity. The Aokis play for the Aoki Foundation (brain science/research), Booster’s team for SELAH (homeless support), Bow Wow for Make-A-Wish, and Smiley’s team for the NAACP.
3. Why did Steve Aoki buzz in if he didn’t have an answer?
Great question! In Family Feud, the player who wins the face-off gets to choose: Play (their team tries to get all answers) or Pass (other team tries). Aoki already had control since Booster didn’t get #1. He didn’t need to buzz—but he did anyway, probably out of habit or nerves. The buzzer cut him off before he could speak.
4. What was the #1 answer to the bad breath question?
We don’t know yet! The clip cuts off. Tune in August 20 to find out if "stepping back," "offering gum," or something else beat "covering their nose."
5. Can I watch if I don’t have cable?
Yes! Stream it next day on Hulu. Many live TV streaming services (YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Fubo) also carry ABC.
Quick Summary
- Two games, one night: Aoki vs. Booster, then Bow Wow vs. Smiley
- All for charity: 4 great causes benefit
- Best moment: Steve Harvey roasts Aoki’s pants, then Aoki freezes on a bad breath question with a legendary "Uhhh"
- Watch live: ABC, Thursday Aug 20, 8/7c — or next day on Hulu
- Don’t miss it: Unscripted comedy + genuine heart = perfect TV comfort food
Final Thought: Whether you’re Team Aoki, Team Booster, Team Bow Wow, or Team Smiley—the real winners are the charities. Grab snacks, gather your crew, and enjoy the chaos!
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