Celeb Halloween Costumes That Sparked Major Controversy
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- September 14, 2018
- 10:20 pm
Halloween is all tricks and treats, until someone dresses up in a totally offensive costume.
While it may seem like common sense to simply skip out on the more politically incorrect get-ups, some well-meaning celebs have fans facepalming over their controversial outfits. Whether they later apologized or had no regrets, these celebs drummed up some major Halloween controversy…
Julianne Hough | 0:22
Hilary Duff | 0:55
Heidi Klum | 1:38
Chris Brown | 2:21
Colton Haynes | 2:52
Kylie Jenner | 3:29
What was controversial about Kim Kardashian’s Aaliyah costume in 2017?
Halloween is the time of the year when people dress up in their favorite costumes and celebrate the holiday with their loved ones. However, some celebrities take their costumes too far and spark major controversy. From cultural appropriation to insensitivity, these stars’ Halloween costumes have caused outrage across social media platforms. In this article, we will take a look at some of the most controversial celebrity Halloween costumes that have ignited a firestorm on the internet.
First on the list is Kim Kardashian’s 2017 Aaliyah costume. Kardashian dressed up as the late R&B singer, wearing a diamond choker necklace, leather pants, and a cropped top. Social media users criticized her costume, claiming that it was insensitive and disrespectful. Aaliyah’s family also spoke out against the costume, saying that it was not a tribute, but a mockery of their late loved one.
Next, we have Heidi Klum’s Hindu goddess costume in 2008. The supermodel donned a red body paint and a bejeweled headdress, causing backlash from the Hindu community. Many Hindus saw Klum’s outfit as disrespectful to their religious beliefs, arguing that one should not dress up as a revered Hindu deity.
In 2013, actress Julianne Hough sparked controversy for choosing to dress up as Suzanne “Crazy Eyes” Warren from the hit Netflix series “Orange Is the New Black.” Hough darkened her skin tone for the costume, drawing accusations of blackface. She later apologized, stating that she did not intend to offend anyone and that her intentions were to dress up as one of her favorite characters from the show.
Another infamous Halloween costume was worn by actress Hilary Duff in 2016. She dressed up as a pilgrim, while her boyfriend at the time, Jason Walsh, dressed up as a Native American. The couple was criticized for promoting cultural appropriation and insensitivity towards Native Americans. Duff later issued an apology, saying that she never meant to offend anyone and that she was unaware of the cultural significance of the costume.
Lastly, we have pop star Katy Perry’s 2010 Geisha costume. Perry wore a kimono, a traditional Japanese garment, and heavy makeup, causing uproar on social media. Many people accused Perry of cultural appropriation, as the Geisha costume is a symbol of Japan’s unique culture and history.
In conclusion, while Halloween is a fun and exciting time, it is important to be mindful of the costumes we choose to wear. Celebrities hold a significant influence on their audience, and their actions can either spark admiration or outrage. Halloween costumes should not be insensitive or disrespectful to any culture, religion, or individual. It is our responsibility to think critically and respect others’ cultures and traditions, even during Halloween. As the old adage goes, “when in doubt, leave it out.”
