All articles tagged with #social media backlash
Aubrey Plaza's pregnancy has sparked a wave of judgment about how widows should grieve, underscoring a persistent stigma that there's a 'right' timeline to move on after a spouse's death; experts say grief is personal and supporters should celebrate Plaza’s next chapter rather than police her choices.
BuzzFeed reports that Savannah Guthrie’s brother Camron sparked online backlash when he responded to Savannah’s fear that their missing mother, Nancy Guthrie, might be at fault, saying “maybe” it was her fault; the siblings had publicly appealed for their mom’s safety after Nancy was reported missing in February, with TMZ reporting an alleged ransom note demanding Bitcoin. Savannah and siblings later posted emotional videos pleading for any sign of life. As of the piece, there were no major updates in Nancy’s disappearance.
Pascal Duvier, the security guard linked to a hotel confrontation with an 11-year-old fan, says he was not working for Chappell Roan and acted independently based on hotel information; Roan and her team deny hiring him, while social-media commentary from Jorginho and others has fueled controversy about Roan’s handling of fans.
Netflix’s MLB pregame show on Opening Day drew backlash as viewers criticized Elle Duncan’s on-air delivery as clunky and forced, highlighted by her calling home plate 'home base'; fans questioned why Netflix keeps putting her in primetime spots and floated Lauren Shehadi as a stronger option, with echoes of prior criticism from her Alex Honnold coverage, turning Opening Day into a critique of the host.
A Time Extension piece covers the online mockery directed at Linda McMahon after she claimed the PlayStation Portable marked 'the beginning of life on the go,' noting the PSP released in 2004/2005 and that earlier handhelds like the Game Boy already made gaming portable—sparking debates about the device’s role in mobile media and whether her characterization was historically accurate.
Kristin Cabot, Astronomer’s former chief people officer, says the viral kiss-cam moment with the CEO derailed her career, leaving her unable to find a job eight months after resigning and fueling a public debate on misogyny and online harassment.
Pete Hegseth’s speech railing against 'dumb, politically correct wars' and claiming the U.S. sets the tempo and timeline in the Iran-related conflict drew sharp backlash and left critics asking what a 'politically correct' war even means and whether he outlined any concrete objectives, amid mockery on social media.
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez faced online backlash after a meandering response to a reporter’s question about whether the United States would defend Taiwan with troops during a Munich Security Conference town hall, with critics citing a lack of a clear stance on foreign policy. The controversy spilled onto X, drawing comments from conservatives and pundits about her readiness and broader Gaza-related remarks on U.S. aid to Israel, highlighting ongoing scrutiny of her foreign-policy positions.
Politics dominate this year’s Berlinale, with press conferences producing viral clips about funding, Gaza, and other geopolitics, prompting festival leaders to defend free speech and caution against turning film Q&As into rapid-fire political moments; activists and filmmakers, including those from Iran, underscore cinema’s role in political discourse while critics warn the online backlash could chill open expression.
Amber Glenn finished third in Milan’s Olympic women's free skate with a 138.62 as the U.S. captured team gold. She said she didn’t feel at her best, wrestled with disappointment and pride in her teammates, and faced a wave of online backlash for supporting the LGBTQ+ community. Glenn emphasized mental health, vowed to keep speaking her truth, and will aim to improve for the individual event while continuing to represent what she believes in.
North West, 12, shows a second finger piercing on Instagram Stories (piercings on both middle and index fingers) and drops a wordless beat titled 'Piercing on my hand hardstyle outro,' as online critics question the look and the possibility that it may be temporary, part of her ongoing style experimentation.
Kit Harington says he was 'genuinely angered' by a fan-led petition to remake the Game of Thrones finale, defending the show’s writers and blaming social media for the backlash, noting his own exhaustion during filming and acknowledging there were 'mistakes' in the ending despite its massive viewership.
The US Department of Homeland Security has faced criticism for using artworks by Japanese artist Hiroshi Nagai and others without permission to promote deportation policies, sparking outrage from artists and celebrities alike.
President Donald Trump faced criticism from his supporters after defending the use of H-1B visas in a Fox News interview, suggesting the need for foreign talent in the U.S. workforce, which contradicted his 'America First' stance and sparked a social media backlash from MAGA supporters.
Marc Andreessen faced backlash after criticizing Pope Leo's call for ethical AI development, leading him to delete his post amid mixed reactions from social media users, some defending him and others criticizing both him and the Pope.