US EditionK-pop girl group Kiss of Life faces backlash for cultural appropriation in livestream, issues apology
- KISS OF LIFE, a popular K-pop group featuring Julie, Natty, Belle and Haneul, faced backlash for cultural appropriation during a livestream.
- Julie requested an 'old-school hip-hop theme' for her birthday celebration, which led to the controversial choices.
- Members' styling included cornrows, Bantu knots, gold chains, and rapper-themed outfits, along with stereotypical actions and referring to a member as 'Lil Taco Bell'.
- Before the controversy, KISS OF LIFE posted, "This year's birthday live was so much fun...promise you won't leave the fandom after watching it."
- S2 Entertainment, KISS OF LIFE's agency, issued an apology and removed the content, promising greater caution regarding cultural references in the future.
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K-pop girl group Kiss of Life faces backlash for cultural appropriation in livestream, issues apology
The quartet, consisting of Julie, Natty, Belle and Haneul, were seen dressed in gold chains, cornrows and Bantu knots, as well as using stereotypical mannerisms in an "old-school hip hop vibes" themed livestream on Wednesday (Apr 2).
KISS OF LIFE faces cultural appropriation backlash over hip-hop themed livestream, agency responds
KISS OF LIFE is facing widespread backlash after their recent livestream celebrating member Julie’s birthday sparked accusations of cultural appropriation. The themed event, titled “old-school hip hop vibes,” featured members Julie, Belle, Natty, and Haneul dressed in outfits and hairstyles closely associated with Black culture, including cornrows, Bantu knots, oversized gold chains, and hats. 아 띠바 각자 컨셉에 충실한게 ㅈㄴ웃겨 pic.twitter.com/y1KKskFiIq — 미…
Kiss of Life under fire for alleged cultural appropriation during livestream
K-pop girl group Kiss of Life is facing backlash over a recent livestream that some say perpetuated racial stereotypes, reigniting scrutiny over member Julie's past use of a racial slur. The four-memb...
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