Greetings again! Didn’t think you’ll hear from me again so soon? Did you? HA! I love being unpredictable. *squeals*Now that we got the sad shit out the way, let’s talk about what’s been going on while I’ve been MIA. The world has always been a crazy place, but now the blinds are left open to glimpse the bullshit. War is rampant, elections are upcoming (God help us), and irrelevant distractions fill our minds. As you read this, please study the state of the world, which can easily be parallel to our LOVELY celebrities.
In the celebrity realm of life, shit has hit the fan. For starters, video evidence of Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs physically assaulting Cassie, aka Casandra Fine. According to CNN, The video surfaced around 2016, which is saddening concerning her lawsuit. In her lawsuit, she detailed an event around 2016 that coincidentally happened at the InterContinental Hotel in Las Vegas. (Weird how I’ve seen no one caught on to this) The lawsuit states that after the freak-off Diddy would coerce Cassie into, he became intoxicated and gave her a black eye. As she tried to escape to an elevator once he fell asleep, he woke up, chased her down, and began to assault her. Eventually, she escaped, but with his connections to influential people, she couldn’t escape the wraith of his demise. I took the time to read the 35-page lawsuit, which gave me chills.
It terrifies me that evil people are unavoidable. Speaking of inevitable things, Kendrick Lamar and Drake are beefing. And the ongoing tangent between them is who’s the worst misogynist. Personally, it’s hypocritical to bring up serious issues such as rape and abuse when you have profited and/or condoned it. (Definitely not talking about Quavo and Chris Brown either, NO MA’AM!) Using ‘cancel culture’ to your advantage to take the other one down seems performative, but Maybe It’s Me. Let me not START with women; I’m giving men their lashings.
As a frequent social media user, I often see ‘cancel culture’ with pitchforks and torches as they find new information about a celebrity they (surprisingly) share no interest in (Funny, right?). The cycle is now as old as time, as mentioned by the YouTube channel The Social Science School:The cycle begins with an action, statement, or event that is perceived as offensive, insensitive, or harmful by some members of the public.
Social Media Outrage: Individuals, communities, or groups use social media platforms to express their discontent and amplify their concerns about the perceived offense.
Viral Spread: The controversy gains momentum as social media users share and engage with the content, causing it to go viral and reach a broader audience.
Public Backlash: The issue gains widespread attention and leads to public outrage, with many people expressing their opinions and criticisms online.
Calls for Accountability: The public demands accountability from the individual or entity involved, calling for consequences, apologies, or actions to rectify the perceived offense.
Media Coverage: Traditional media outlets pick up the story, further amplifying the controversy and providing a platform for discussions and debates.
Apology or Defense: The individual or entity may issue an apology, defend their actions, or remain silent in response to the accusations, contributing to the ongoing dialogue.
Reflection and Education: Some individuals take this opportunity to reflect on their actions, engage in self-education, and demonstrate a commitment to personal growth and change.
I have seen fanatics on high horses throwing stones at the following individual for wrongdoings their idol has probably condoned, if not worse, supported. To make things even MORE alarming, someone close to them. (Yikes…) You are not Beyonce, you are Shalissa. Better yet, you are BYRON. All in all, you shouldn’t worship any celebrity. Put that energy into how you can better yourself and be your best.
If the recent spate of tabloids doesn’t tell you something, let me tell you: Celebrities are not good people. It doesn’t matter what charity they donate to, how they publicize acts of kindness, or what they decide to speak out on. These strategies are implemented in any and every action—even the act of acquiescence. Money makes the world go round, and everyone loves money. This is the reason they’re celebrities. Fame is just a game, and may the best player succeed!
