Celebrities like Alyssa Milano, Kim Kardashian, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Elizabeth Banks faced criticism for various reasons.
Milano asked for donations for her son’s baseball trip despite being wealthy, Kardashian resumed her partnership with Balenciaga after a controversial ad, Paltrow listed her expensive guesthouse on AirBnB, and Banks discussed the challenges of motherhood.
Milano posted, “My son’s baseball team is raising money for their Cooperstown trip. Any amount would be so greatly appreciated.”
“Why isn’t Alyssa Milano paying for the trip for the whole team herself?” asked a commenter.
Milano starred in the hit drama “Charmed” for six seasons, and her husband, David Bugliari, is the co-head of motion picture talent at the management firm Creative Artists Agency. They share son Milo and daughter Elizabella.
A day after her donation request, Milano took to X to share that she had gotten a lot of “media inquiries about whether [she has] financially contributed to [her] son’s baseball team.”
“I’ve paid for uniforms for the entire team and coaches, thrown bday parties and sponsor any kid who can’t afford monthly dues,” wrote Milano in response.
“The kids also do fundraising themselves — car washes, movie nights, and many other fun things! Thank you to all who have contributed to the gofundme! You’ve made things easier for these boys and their families,” she continued.
Kim Kardashian wrote, “For several years now, Balenciaga’s designs have been a part of my many looks – and some of my most iconic fashion moments.”
“This historic fashion house embraces modernity, craftsmanship and takes an innovative approach to design under [creative director] Demna. For me, this long-standing relationship is built on mutual trust and a commitment to doing what’s right. I’m excited about this next chapter for the brand to become their ambassador,” she continued.
“It’s not surprising at all that Kim Kardashian doesn’t care about Balenciaga’s recent history (including its vulgar approach to children) because cashing in is her goal,” commented a user.
Kardashian later wrote, “As a mother of four, I have been shaken by the disturbing images. The safety of children must be held with the highest regard and any attempts to normalize child abuse of any kind should have no place in our society – period. I appreciate Balenciaga’s removal of the campaigns and apology. In speaking with them, I believe they understand the seriousness of the issue and will take the necessary measures for this to never happen again.”
Gwyneth Paltrow wrote, “Loneliness is a human condition, but in the past few years, increased isolation and our lack of community has made our lives even more fragmented.”
“@airbnb had the brilliant idea of doing something to make the world a little less lonely, which is why I’m inviting you to come stay at my Montecito guesthouse for a night.”
“Who could ever afford to stay there? Gwen, this is instagram where normal civilians who can barely make rent each month, let alone eat…socialize. I mean you’re (sic) target market is probably celebrities and rich people like yourself. Most of us could only dream to visit a fraction of a house of what you live in,” wrote one commenter.
“How about Air bnb and celebrities partner to buy a building in LA and turn it into a homeless shelter which will really impact the loneliness in the world of LA?” asked another user.
David Beckham playfully teased his wife Victoria for claiming a working-class background, and Chris Hemsworth received backlash for urging people to prioritize exercise.
Victoria Beckham said, “We both come from families that work really hard. Both of our parents work very hard, we’re very working class.”
David yelled, “Be honest!”
“I am being honest,” Victoria claimed.
David asked, “What car did your dad drive you to school in?”
Victoria replied, “It’s not a simple answer…It depends.”
She eventually said, “OK, in the ’80s, my dad had a Rolls-Royce.”
