Celebrities Face “Blockout” Backlash for Silence on Gaza Crisis
New York, NY – Social media users are holding celebrities accountable for their perceived inaction in response to a humanitarian crisis in Gaza. To pressure these stars to take a stand, users have initiated a “blockout” strategy, which involves blocking all content from certain celebrities on platforms like X, TikTok, and Instagram. By utilizing hashtags such as #blockout, #blockout2024, or #celebrityblockout, participants aim to raise awareness and push for celebrity involvement in addressing the ongoing …