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Originally Published 2 months ago — by Theprp.com
Kid Rock faced criticism from the Special Olympics after he used the R-word on Fox News, prompting Loretta Clairborne to write an open letter urging him to acknowledge the harm and stand against prejudice, emphasizing the importance of respectful language and inclusion.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by MLive.com
Kid Rock used a hurtful slur to describe his Halloween costume on FOX News, prompting a letter from the Special Olympics urging him to acknowledge the harm caused and to promote respect and inclusion. The incident highlights ongoing issues with the use of the R-word and its impact on people with intellectual disabilities.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by HuffPost
Kid Rock caused controversy by using an ableist slur to describe his Halloween costume on Fox News, praising it as the 'greatest costume ever,' which drew condemnation despite praise from some Trump supporters.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by yahoo.com
Kid Rock's private jet at Michigan airport drew criticism for its environmental impact and tacky artwork, highlighting issues of wealth inequality and the environmental harm caused by private jets, which are often used for short, unnecessary trips and produce significant pollution. The backlash reflects public frustration with the display of wealth amid global environmental concerns.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by HuffPost
Kid Rock was triggered and responded angrily after a fake AI-generated image from Gavin Newsom’s press account falsely claimed he endorsed the governor, continuing a trend of political trolling and satire from Newsom’s team that has upset right-wing figures and celebrities alike.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by MLive.com
California Governor Gavin Newsom mocked Kid Rock on social media with AI-generated images and captions, prompting Kid Rock to respond with a dismissive comment, amid ongoing political and social media exchanges involving other figures like Trump and Tucker Carlson.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Billboard
Kid Rock expressed his outrage on social media over the assassination attempt on Donald Trump during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, where Trump was struck in the ear and an audience member was killed. The shooter was immediately killed by the Secret Service. Kid Rock, a staunch Trump supporter, shared a passionate video and a GoFundMe link for the victims, which raised nearly $900,000. Other musical artists also reacted to the incident.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Daily Beast
Kid Rock has moved on from his feud with Bud Light and is now targeting Planet Fitness, Ben & Jerry's, and Target for potential right-wing outrage. He criticized Planet Fitness for an incident involving a transgender member and called out Ben & Jerry's and Target for unspecified reasons. Despite claiming not to want to harm people's jobs, he continues to identify new targets for criticism.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Yahoo Entertainment
Kid Rock appeared on Fox News wearing a Budweiser hat, despite previously boycotting Bud Light and its parent company Anheuser-Busch. When asked about it, he seemed confused and eventually admitted he didn't know what hat he was wearing. He mentioned having bigger targets to focus on and expressed a change in his relationship with Anheuser-Busch CEO.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Rolling Stone
Kid Rock, one of the ringleaders of a right-wing boycott against Bud Light due to their partnership with trans entertainer Dylan Mulvaney, has now forgiven the beer brand, causing dismay among conservatives who believe Bud Light is a woke product. Rock and Dana White, president and CEO of UFC, have praised Bud Light, stating that the company is aligned with American values. Critics argue that forgiving Bud Light undermines the successful conservative boycott and shows that companies can wait out conservatives. Despite the controversy, Bud Light has recovered financially and is now the exclusive beer sponsor of Ultimate Fighting Championship.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NewsNation Now
Kid Rock announced in an interview with Tucker Carlson that he is no longer boycotting Bud Light, stating that the company has learned its lesson. Bud Light faced backlash earlier this year for partnering with trans influencer Dylan Mulvaney, leading to right-wing celebrities and politicians calling for a nationwide boycott. Rock believes that the punishment Anheuser-Busch received does not match the "crime" and hopes to see the company regain support. He attributes the campaign's success to Bud Light's partial move to New York City and their hiring of "Ivy League, progressive people."
Originally Published 2 years ago — by HuffPost
Kid Rock has called off his boycott of Bud Light, admitting that the company "made a mistake" in partnering with trans activist Dylan Mulvaney. Rock's claims of a boycott resulted in a drop in sales for Bud Light's parent company, Anheuser-Busch. However, it was later revealed that Rock was still drinking Bud Light and serving it at his Nashville restaurant. Mulvaney, who faced transphobia and bullying as a result of the controversy, spoke out about feeling used by companies and abandoned when under attack.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by BLABBERMOUTH.NET
Kid Rock has announced that he is no longer boycotting Bud Light after the company teamed up with trans influencer Dylan Mulvaney. In an interview, Kid Rock stated that while he believed Bud Light deserved criticism for their actions, he did not want to hold a grudge and hoped they had learned their lesson. He clarified that he never called for a boycott or cancellation of the brand, but rather expressed his frustration. Kid Rock also emphasized that he could coexist with transgender and gay individuals but drew the line when it came to involving children in such discussions. The backlash against Bud Light's partnership with Mulvaney resulted in a decline in sales for the company.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Billboard
Kid Rock has decided to support Bud Light again after boycotting the company for working with trans activist Dylan Mulvaney. In a recent interview, Kid Rock stated that while he believed Bud Light deserved a "black eye" for their mistake, he did not think the punishment they received fit the crime. He expressed his desire for the company to learn from their mistake and become bigger, stating that he wanted to live in an America where giving a spanking was enough and not a lifelong punishment.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo Entertainment
Kid Rock has decided to support Bud Light again, stating that the company deserved a "black eye" for their mistake but that the punishment they received doesn't fit the crime. He expressed his desire for other companies to understand this as well and emphasized that he wants to live in a bigger America. This comes after Kid Rock's transphobic response to a trans activist teaming up with Anheuser-Busch, where he shot a semi-automatic rifle at cases of Bud Light and expressed his disdain for the brand.