All articles tagged with #skin tone
Beyoncé responds to backlash over her skin tone by posting a series of photos on Instagram, dressed in all-white against her skin, with no caption. The photos subtly address the haters and show that she is rising above the negativity. Fans are loving her graceful response.
France's Musée Grévin has corrected Dwayne Johnson's wax figure after criticism that it was too white. Artists updated the figure with a slightly darker skin tone, while keeping the outfit the same. The museum explained that they relied on photos to create the figure and acknowledged the challenge of accurately capturing skin tones. The museum denied accusations of "white washing" and made the changes promptly after the social media outcry. Johnson responded in a friendly manner and expressed his intention to visit the museum in the future.
Google is updating Gboard on Android to allow users to easily set their default skin tone and gender for supported emoji. Previously, users had to long-press each emoji individually to change its appearance, which was time-consuming and frustrating. With the update, users can adjust one emoji's skin tone or gender, and the preference will be applied to every other compatible emoji across the keyboard. Google conducted a study that found using skin-toned emoji creates a sense of connection and representation, but users also value the ability to turn off tones when necessary. The update is rolling out today.
Bratz is facing backlash for releasing a Kylie Jenner doll with a skin tone that fans claim is "too dark." The collaboration between the beauty mogul and the toy company has been criticized as a disappointment, with some accusing Kylie of blackfishing. The doll collection features iconic fashion moments from Kylie's life, but fans have expressed concern that the doll's skin tone does not accurately represent the real Kylie. This is the first-ever collaboration between Bratz and a celebrity in its 22-year history.