Influencer and model Haley Bailey is being credited with inadvertently igniting a significant divestment movement from celebrity and influencer culture. This movement began after Bailey posted a TikTok video in a stunning, handmade gown outside the Met Gala, accompanied by the popular sound "let them eat cake." Her post struck a chord, and in response, young TikTok users launched a trend called Blockout 2024. This trend encourages people to block celebrities and influencers who have remained silent on key issues, particularly the ongoing situation in Palestine.
The impact of this movement has been widespread, affecting several high-profile figures. For instance, comedian Jerry Seinfeld recently experienced a dramatic reaction at Duke University when a significant portion of the audience walked out of his show. This incident is seen as a direct response to his perceived lack of engagement with pressing social issues.
Similarly, mega-celebrities like Taylor Swift and Kim Kardashian have also felt the repercussions of this movement. Both have reportedly lost 300,000 followers each, as fans and followers participate in Blockout 2024, demanding accountability and action from their idols on important global matters.
In this video, we explore the various responses to Haley Bailey's post, the broader implications of the Blockout 2024 trend, and analyze why this movement might soon lose momentum. We examine how the growing dissatisfaction with celebrity culture is manifesting in these dramatic actions and speculate on the potential sustainability of such a movement.
12 май 2024
