What’s up? It’s Sussan Mourad here with Clevver News and Charli D’Amelio is being
called out by fans for her recent response to the backlash she received for going on
a trip to the Bahamas during the pandemic. Let’s get into what she said… or rather…
didn’t say.
In case you missed it, TikTokers Charli D’Amelio, Dixie D’Amelio, Avani Gregg, Chase Hudson,
Noah Beck, and more have been receiving criticism for taking a trip to the Bahamas over the
holidays.
Instagram account, TikTok Room posted pics of the TikTokers taking selfies with fans,
at the pool, and out at dinner while on their vacation.
People quickly took to Twitter to respond to their trip writing things like “not tik
tokers in the Bahamas during a PANDEMIC” and “The tik tokers are in the bahamas???
what do y’all need a vacation from and more importantly do none of y’all understand
what the phrase ‘stay home’ means????”
Before their trip, California Secretary of Health Dr. Mark Ghaly said quote, “First
and foremost to avoid travel as much as possible, that is going to be an approach and a commitment
to Californians to do what we believe is the right thing.” Then California governor,
Gavin Newsom, also added quote, “Travel increases the risk of spreading COVID-19,
and we must all collectively increase our efforts at this time to keep the virus at
bay and save lives.”
Last month, Noah Beck responded to the criticism in an interview with Pap Culture and gave
his reason for why they went on the vacation amid a “stay at home” order in Los Angeles,
where they live.
“Especially in the business that we’re in, you need some time to kinda disconnect
for a little you know? That’s what that was meant for. Just a little trip to get away.”
Noah added that they took a private jet, were on a private part of the island, wore masks,
and were extremely cautious.
He claims that the trip was necessary for their health. But that didn’t stop them
from receiving backlash.
“Yea I mean we get backlash for everything. And I know it’s like frowned upon right
now to travel, but in some cases it’s necessary for people’s health.”
Over the weekend, Charli was asked about the trip by photographer Kevin Wong, and fans
were disappointed with her lack of response.
Here’s what she said...
“I know you received a lot of backlash about the Bahamas, what was your response to that?
I was just wondering. No response. No response? Ok thank you Charli.”
And fans were quick to call Charli out for brushing off this trip when so many others
aren’t even able to safely see their family members right now. Especially after she said
this…
“Please stop being so inconsiderate to others. Because you may think like oh this isn’t
going to affect me like it’s not that bad like whatever you’re a teenager you’re
immune. Like you’re putting other people at risk to get hurt and to be in pain.”
This person wrote quote, “I- Wow. I’m not even shocked anymore. These rich entitled
people think they can do whatever they want & not have to face any repercussions for their
actions. Disgusting.” Another fan wrote quote, “I'm a teenager
as well and I have managed to stay home for almost a year. Charli said before herself
that it was ‘hypocritical’ for people to go out during this pandemic and to stay
home. and guess what she did months later? she traveled and also went to parties earlier.”
This person tweeted about Charli’s response
saying “So privileged and arrogant” And this fan agreed writing “So irresponsible
and just doesn’t care....” So clearly, it appears people were not thrilled
with this lack of response from Charli.
Charli hasn’t spoken out again on the matter, but it doesn’t seem like she’s too bothered
by the backlash because she also did post these pics this weekend where she’s flipping
off the camera in one.
We’ll keep you guys posted if we hear anything else from Charli about this, however from
that interview, it doesn’t seem like she wants to talk about the Bahamas trip anymore.
If you want more on how Demi Lovato called out these TikTokers for their Bahamas vacation,
click right over here for another Clevver News video.
Also, let us know down in the comments what you think about this whole situation and Charli’s
response to the criticism.
I’m your host Sussan Mourad, you can find me on Instagram @Sussan_Mourad, bye guys!