Bhad Bhabie has faced intense scrutiny online since her infamous “catch me outside” moment, with public attention revolving around various aspects of her life, from controversies about her health to debates regarding her appearance.
Among the criticisms frequently directed at her is the claim of “Blackfishing,” a term referring to non-Black individuals adopting elements like hairstyles and makeup to appear as though they have a Black aesthetic, often for personal gain.
Recently, she addressed this accusation in a series of Instagram Story posts, where she denied ever attempting to emulate or appear Black. While those posts have now been deleted, they were captured by The Shade Room.
The internet star launched into a detailed response fueled by resurfaced images comparing her past looks to her current appearance, sparking renewed discussion among her audience.
She blamed that difference on age above all else, explaining she grew up, changed her hair color, “sat in the sun,” and got lip filler “like who the f**k else didn’t???” Bhabie also said her management team didn’t give her creative control for her look back then. They allegedly “forced [her] to wear that red ponytail for 5 years.”
Bhabie argued that people are being insincere with their accusations of Blackfishing. She stated that both her old and recent photos have been met with the same criticism.
“It literally does not matter what I do,” the 23-year-old wrote. “I have went as far as having my makeup Artist use a foundation on me that was three shades lighter and wore a blonde wig. And y’all still said I was trying to be Black.”
“I have never a day in my life said I wanted to be any other race but the race that I am which is white,” she continued. “I am Italian and Jewish. My father is Jewish. My mother was Italian. I was raised Catholic Italian. That is what I am. Tt is a mental illness to think you can magically know what someone else wants for themselves. Especially when they’ve never said that and they have denied it but you keep forcing it on them that is sick.”
Many people were quick to criticize the “Honest” artist, claiming her response revealed a tone-deaf disregard for the accusations against her. Time will tell if public scrutiny eases during her stint in the spotlight.
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