All articles tagged with #online hate
Barry Keoghan says abusive online comments about his appearance led him to retreat from public life, including leaving Instagram after his breakup; the online harassment has affected his willingness to attend events and appear on screen, and he worries about the impact on his son while calling for more kindness.
Deadline reports that the Heated Rivalry cast—Hudson Williams, François Arnaud, Nadine Bhabha, Connor Storrie and Ksenia Kharlamova—condemned online hate and bigoted fan comments, posting a note urging fans to reject racist, homophobic, biphobic, misogynistic and other abusive remarks; Williams (half Korean) and Arnaud (bisexual) have been targeted, and Kharlamova added an Instagram Story plea to keep the show's positivity and love alive.
In HBO's Heated Rivalry, Hudson Williams and François Arnaud posted Instagram stories condemning hate comments toward their castmates, urging fans not to post racist, homophobic, or other bigoted remarks and stating they're on the same side; fellow cast member Ksenia Kharlamova also spoke out to support women in the industry.
Hudson Williams and François Arnaud, stars of the series Heated Rivalry, posted identical Instagram stories condemning hateful comments aimed at cast members, urging fans not to pit the actors against one another and declaring they stand united — including a call to fans not to spread racist/homophobic/bigoted remarks and a blunt, “gtfoh” if you can’t accept their unity.
US athletes at the Milano Cortina Winter Games are openly balancing pride in representing the US with discomfort over domestic and international politics, after Trump attacked athletes who questioned policies. Some say wearing the flag reflects their morals rather than endorsing every policy, while others like Amber Glenn report online harassment; public figures and influencers have weighed in. The debate intersects with Italy’s immigration-enforcement backdrop, highlighting a broader tension between national identity and personal conscience in modern Olympic sport, with the USOPC pledging athlete safety.
A federal judge in New York temporarily blocked the Trump administration from detaining British researcher Imran Ahmed, who was accused of promoting online censorship and was among five Europeans barred from entering the US for allegedly attempting to coerce American platforms to suppress viewpoints. The judge's decision prevents Ahmed's detention amid ongoing disputes over online disinformation and censorship policies.
The EU may respond to US visa bans on five Europeans involved in combating online hate and disinformation, with European leaders condemning the move as coercion and censorship, escalating tensions between Europe and the US over digital regulation and free speech.
Carrie Ann Inaba discusses her experiences with online hate, backlash over scoring, and her efforts to stay true to herself on 'Dancing With the Stars,' highlighting the show's evolving dynamics and her commitment to honesty despite criticism, especially as the only woman judge.
Fitness influencer Daisy Keech Yerger faced significant backlash after posting mourning messages for Charlie Kirk's death, with many criticizing her for perceived political insensitivity and selective empathy, prompting her to respond by condemning the hate and emphasizing her faith.
Lady Gaga speaks out against the "appalling" hatred directed at transgender actor and activist Dylan Mulvaney following their International Women’s Day post, emphasizing that such vitriol is not "backlash" but violence. Gaga expresses her protective stance towards Mulvaney and the transgender community, urging for equal celebration of all women and people. Mulvaney responds with gratitude, having previously shared her struggles with online bullying. This isn't the first time Mulvaney has faced hate, as she also received backlash for a sponsored post for Bud Light, which was boycotted by some, but the company remained committed to supporting the LGBTQ community.
Sandra Bullock faces online hate after former NFL star Michael Oher claims that his guardians, who inspired the film "The Blind Side," never actually adopted him but still profited from his success. Some social media commentators blame Bullock for the situation, while others defend her, stating that she was just doing her job as an actress. The guardians have denied the allegations and expressed their devastation.
Hailey Bieber revealed in an interview with the Sunday Times that she is "scared" to have children due to the online hate she has received, particularly in relation to her perceived feud with Justin Bieber's ex, Selena Gomez. The model expressed her desire to have kids with her husband but worries about the potential for online vitriol towards them. Hailey has previously spoken out about the negative impact of online hate on her mental health and thanked Gomez for speaking out against the death threats she received.
Hailey Bieber revealed in an interview with The Sunday Times that she is scared to have children with Justin Bieber due to online hate. The model expressed her desire to have kids but fears confronting people saying things about a child. Hailey has been a target of online hate, including accusations of making fun of Selena Gomez, which led to death threats. She described that period of time as “some of the saddest, hardest moments” of her adult life. Despite the hate, Hailey refuses to let it dictate how she lives her life.
Hailey Bieber revealed in an interview with The Sunday Times that she is scared to have children with Justin Bieber because of online hate. The model and television personality has been a target of online hate and bullying, including during a backlash in March when she was accused of making fun of Selena Gomez. Hailey said that she wants kids but is afraid of having to confront people saying things about a child. She emphasized the importance of raising children to feel loved and safe.
A woman on TikTok received hateful comments about her engagement ring, with people criticizing its size. She turned off the comments and made a follow-up video addressing the issue, saying that people should stop judging others for their choices. Many people came to her defense, saying that her ring is beautiful and that people should not be so negative online.