Some public figures have rushed to support causes (perhaps because they felt pressure to do so) they were misinformed about. Amid the George Floyd protests, former Glee star Lea Michele took to social media in support of #BlackLivesMatter, only to be swiftly called out by former co-star Samantha Ware for her perpetration of microaggressions on set which made her life “a living hell” during the time they worked together. Given their large audiences and their influence, celebrities should certainly be held accountable for disingenuous attempts of activism. It trivializes the very serious causes for which so many activists toil tirelessly, and thanklessly, to advance.
It is important to remember that celebrities are, first and foremost, citizens. And like the rest of us, they are governed by their own values and beliefs. They may choose to support any given social cause, publicly or otherwise. The truth is, however, that social causes are made of very complex issues that unfortunately cannot be solved at the drop of a hat or the post of a tweet. While celebrities’ platforms can help significantly in spreading awareness and mobilizing support, it is the work behind the scenes that matters the most. The year is fresh but as the pandemic rages on and democracy comes under siege, there is a renewed need for powerful voices. In the end, every voice, celebrity or otherwise, counts.
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