All articles tagged with #social media criticism
Jennifer Lopez, at 56, responds confidently to social media critics about her wardrobe and body, emphasizing her comfort and confidence, and highlighting her positive mindset and self-acceptance as she begins her Las Vegas residency.
e.l.f. issued an apology after facing backlash over a commercial featuring comedian Matt Rife, whose past jokes about domestic violence and misogyny sparked criticism, with many demanding the ad be taken down and questioning the company's response.
Rod Stewart's tribute to Ozzy Osbourne during a concert involved AI-generated images of Osbourne and other artists, which was met with criticism and ridicule on social media for its bizarre and insensitive portrayal, especially following Osbourne's death.
The UK games trade body UKIE explained that a wonky Nintendo console setup on BBC Breakfast, which featured a Super Nintendo with an NES cartridge, was due to the studio team’s independent setup, not the CEO. The mishap drew social media criticism and highlighted ongoing misunderstandings about video games, despite the rising popularity of retro gaming in the UK’s £7.82bn market.
ESPN faced backlash after prematurely posting a misleading headline claiming the Lynx won the WNBA Commissioner's Cup, despite the Indiana Fever actually winning the game, leading to social media criticism and calls for accountability.
Apple Martin, daughter of Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin, faced backlash after a video from her debutante ball in Paris showed her interrupting another debutante's photoshoot. Social media users criticized her behavior as entitled, comparing her to the "Mean Girls" character Regina George. Some defended her actions, suggesting she was joking with a friend. Gwyneth Paltrow has praised her daughter's strong self-esteem, viewing it as a positive trait for addressing gender imbalances.
President Joe Biden faced social media criticism over perceived empty seats at his campaign event in Scranton, Pennsylvania, with conservatives mocking the turnout. However, reports and photos from inside the event disputed the claims, showing a full room with 200 to 300 supporters. Biden contrasted his tax plan with Trump's policies and emphasized his Scranton roots. As Biden campaigns in Pennsylvania, Trump is in a New York City courtroom for his criminal trial over an alleged hush money scheme.
Travis Kelce was criticized for downing a beer while receiving his University of Cincinnati diploma at the end of a live podcast, with fans slamming his behavior and questioning his role model status. However, his brother Jason defended the act, explaining that it was part of a gag arranged with the university and not an actual graduation ceremony. The Kelces completed their degrees but never picked up their diplomas after entering the NFL, and the live podcast was a celebratory event following Travis' third Super Bowl win and Jason's retirement from a 13-season career.
Kourtney Kardashian took to Instagram to share a candid message about the unrealistic pressure on women to bounce back after childbirth, emphasizing that all stages of a woman's body are beautiful. The reality star, who recently welcomed her fourth child, urged new mothers to embrace their changing bodies and highlighted the challenges faced by breastfeeding moms. Kardashian has been open about her own pregnancy journey and the unfair criticism women receive for not fitting societal beauty standards, advocating for body positivity and self-acceptance.
Kristin Cavallari addresses criticism of her relationship with Mark Estes, dismissing theories that she's paying him or it's for PR, and expressing amusement at the negativity. While the age gap doesn't bother her, she contemplates the possibility of starting a family with him. Mark Estes echoes her sentiments, emphasizing their happiness and dismissing critics. The couple's social media posts show their affection and indicate a serious relationship.
Associated Press wins first place for Team Picture Story of the Year, with a photo of Shani Louk's half-naked corpse being driven away by Hamas terrorists, sparking criticism for the photographer's prior knowledge of the attack and lack of respect for the victim. Social media users expressed disgust and called for the removal of the photo, highlighting the omission of Louk's name in the program's Instagram post and the neglect to include the names of those transporting her body.
Cristiano Ronaldo faced criticism for making an apparent obscene gesture towards Al Shabab supporters after Al Nassr's 3-2 win in a Saudi Pro League game, with social media videos capturing the incident. The action, which seemed to be in response to "Messi" chants, has sparked an investigation by the Saudi football federation, with some pundits calling for sanctions. This is not the first time Ronaldo has faced such criticism, as he previously grabbed his genitals and engaged in a scarf incident. Despite the controversy, Ronaldo leads the Saudi league scoring charts and Al Nassr is in contention for the Asian Champions League.
Actress Amy Schumer revealed she has been diagnosed with Cushing syndrome, a condition caused by high doses of steroid injections, after receiving negative comments about her appearance during a recent press tour. Schumer expressed relief at the diagnosis, which she says will resolve itself and not require invasive treatment. She also addressed criticism about her appearance, attributing it to medical and hormonal issues, and spoke out about the lack of medical research on women's bodies.
A delivery driver's post about a homeowner's order of numerous boxes of Fiji-brand bottled water sparked outrage on Reddit, with users criticizing the unnecessary expense and environmental impact of the purchase. The post highlighted the wastefulness of buying bottled water instead of using filters and reusable bottles, pointing out the health and environmental concerns associated with plastic bottles. The criticism reflects a growing sentiment against consumerism and its impact on the environment.
Blue Ivy Carter's initial performance on her mother Beyoncé's Renaissance Tour received criticism for her dance moves, but instead of quitting, she trained harder. Beyoncé was thrilled by her daughter's determination and allowed her to perform at future stops. Blue's progress on tour has been documented, and her confidence has soared since her first performance.