Chick-fil-A CEO Avoids Answer on LGBTQ Stance in NBC Interview

Chick-fil-A CEO Avoids Answer on LGBTQ Stance in NBC Interview

According to FOX 5 Atlanta, Chick-fil-A CEO Andrew Cathy declined to state the company's position on LGBTQ rights during his first televised interview with NBC, prompting criticism from public figures. NBC News reported that the privately held chain posted nearly $24 billion in revenue last year and has recently opened locations in the United Kingdom and Singapore.

Earlier, TODAY. com noted that Cathy emphasized the company's focus on hospitality and a charitable shift toward education, homelessness and hunger, while The Independent said he stressed that Chick-fil-A serves all customers without commenting on past LGBTQ disputes.

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October 15, 2026
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Chick-fil-A CEO Andrew Cathy Declines to State Company Position on LGBTQ Rights in NBC Interview
Chick-fil-A CEO Andrew Cathy Declines to State Company Position on LGBTQ Rights in NBC Interview

FOX 5 Atlanta • 15 Oct 12:10

In his first televised interview as chief executive, Andrew Cathy said Chick-fil-A welcomes all customers but avoided giving a direct answer on the chain’s stance toward LGBTQ rights, prompting criticism from public figures.

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October 14, 2026
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Chick-fil-A CEO Faces Backlash After Deflecting Questions on LGBTQ+ Policy
Chick-fil-A CEO Faces Backlash After Deflecting Questions on LGBTQ+ Policy

HuffPost • 14 Oct 22:22

CEO Andrew Cathy declined to comment on Chick-fil-A's stance on LGBTQ+ rights during an interview, prompting criticism from celebrities and advocacy groups.

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Chick-fil-A CEO Discusses Company’s Hospitality Focus During Today Interview
Chick-fil-A CEO Discusses Company’s Hospitality Focus During Today Interview

Fox Business • 14 Oct 22:00

Chick-fil-A chief executive Andrew Cathy said the chain prioritizes hospitality and service when asked about its stance on LGBTQ rights on NBC’s “Today” program.

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Chick-fil-A CEO Andrew Cathy emphasizes welcoming atmosphere amid past LGBTQ+ controversy
Chick-fil-A CEO Andrew Cathy emphasizes welcoming atmosphere amid past LGBTQ+ controversy

The Independent • 14 Oct 18:41

CEO Andrew Cathy said Chick-fil-A aims to serve all customers without commenting on past LGBTQ+ disputes, while noting the chain’s strong sales performance.

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Chick-fil-A reports $24 billion in sales as it expands globally while remaining family-owned
Chick-fil-A reports $24 billion in sales as it expands globally while remaining family-owned

NBC News • 14 Oct 12:09

The privately held chain posted nearly $24 billion in revenue last year, operates about 3,000 restaurants worldwide and has recently opened locations in the United Kingdom and Singapore.

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Chick-fil-A CEO Discusses Company Policies and Future Plans on TODAY
Chick-fil-A CEO Discusses Company Policies and Future Plans on TODAY

TODAY.com • 14 Oct 12:00

CEO Andrew Cathy emphasized the chain's focus on hospitality and its charitable shift toward education, homelessness and hunger, while addressing past controversy over LGBTQ+ issues.

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