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This celebrity wore "White Lives Matter” apparel in his recent Paris fashion, and has recently been in the media for posting and practicing antisemitic behavior.
Who is Kanye West?
Hasbro announced that they will be removing the "Mr." and "Mrs" in the name of this iconic toy in order to be more inclusive.
Who was Mr. and Mrs. Potato Head?
Senior director of corporate communications at IAC who got canceled for tweeting "Going to Africa. Hope I don’t get AIDS. Just kidding. I’m white!”
Justine Sacco
Things weren't looking food for the comedian in 2018 when homophobic jokes and tweets resurfaced over social media. Shortly after, he was pressured into stepping down as host of the Academy Awards. However, the comedian has been able to rise above the hate, acting in films such as the Jumanji movies, The Next Level, and Netflix's Fatherhood.
Who is Kevin Hart?
The strong social reactions of outrage, anger, or surprise, when accusations or rumors circulate or appear for some reason, regarding a person or persons who are perceived to have transgressed in some way.
What is a Scandal?
Nike cut its partnership with this Dallas Mavericks basketball player after he posted a link to an antisemitic film and book on social media in October 2022.
Who is Kyle Irving?
This syrup icon has been replaced with the new logo and name "Pearl Milling Company". After promising months earlier to change the name of the product, PepsiCo announced the syrup's new branding in February. The company said the packaging did not "reflect our core value."
Who was Aunt Jemima?
This popular drink brand received major for releasing an ad that borrowed imagery from the Black Lives Matter movement, after a day of intense criticism from people who said it trivialized the widespread protests against the killings of black people by the police. The ad even had an appearance from Kendal Jenner, making people even more confused about what the ad was trying to portray.
What is Pepsi?
In 2017, the House of Cards star was accused of sexual misconduct toward a minor by fellow actor Anthony Rapp. However, in 2022, he played a detective in the film “L’uomo Che Disegnò Dio,” or The Man Who Drew God.
Who is Kevin Spacey?
This amendment provides that Congress make no law respecting an establishment of religion or prohibiting its free exercise. It protects freedom of speech, the press, assembly, and the right to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.
What is the First Amendment?
This action star lost a lot of fans when he made some shocking racial remarks in an interview with the Independent, basically saying that he once went out looking to kill a Black man after a friend of his was raped. Even the red carpet event for his new movie "Cold Pursuit" was canceled after the scandal.
Who is Liam Neeson?
This Disney ride had been called for featuring a song that is associated with the 1946 film Song of the South. The ride was said to have been "steeped in extremely problematic and stereotypical racist tropes."
What was Splash Mountain?
This beer company relseared an add, with the quote the slogan "Sometimes lighter better" at the end. Chance the Rapper tweeted the commercial was “terribly racist”. He said he thought some companies were purposely “putting out noticeably racist ads so they can get more views”.
What is Heineken?
An episode of this comedian's show aired in which she was in blackface, resulting in lots of hate and loss of work. However, she apologized for this and other controversies that appeared on the show. She even has a new comedy special coming out soon on HBO.
Who is Sarah Silverman?
A return by a well-known person, especially an entertainer or sports player, to the activity in which they have formerly been successful.
What is a comeback?
In 2021, multiple reports of online bullying were made against this model, TV personality, and influencer. She ended up losing several major retail partnerships for her Cravings brand, and she was forced to step down from her role as a narrator on the series Never Have I Ever.
Who is Chrissy Teigen?
This football team announced in July that they will be changing their old, racist, team name to a simple new name: The Washington Football Team.
Robert Unanue, the CEO of this company, made this statement: "truly blessed…to have a leader like President Trump,” which resulted in boycotts and social media outrage.
What is Goya?
In 1997, this actress was reportedly canceled after an episode on Ellen's sitcom in which she played Ellen DeGeneres' love. After the scandal, the actress didn't work for a year. However, she has gone on to have extremely successful roles in multiple movies and TV shows including Big Little Lies, Star Wars: The Last Jedi, and The Fault in Our Stars.
Who is Laura Dern?
A dispute or argument in which people express strong opposing views.
What is controversy?
Reports of a toxic work culture, discrimination, and sexual assault have come to light about this comedian's talk show. There have also been multiple sources that say the host is rude and treats her staff with little respect.
Who is Ellen DeGeneres?
This insurance company announced in July it would be removing its logo that depicted a Native American chief wearing a headdress from its branding. The company said it had a "desire to help overcome racial bias and stereotypes." The logo has since been changed to a lion.
What is Mutual of Omaha?
This luxury brand received major backlash after its ad campaign that showed little kids posing with inappropriate, bondage-wearing, teddy bear bags. The ads were called out for being creepy and wrong.
What is Balenciaga?
This actor has come under fire on several occasions for reportedly being a member of a church that supports hate speech, largely against people in the LGBTQIA+ community. However, other Hollywood figures stepped up for him and his reputation. He is even starring in the new Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 which came out on May 5, 2023.
Who is Chris Pratt?
What is being canceled?