Blake Lively : ‘Why would she…’
Blake Lively is currently facing backlash over resurfaced interviews from the early 2010s in which she used a transphobic slur. In a 2012 interview with Elle, Lively made a remark about wanting daughters and joked that if she didn’t have girls, they should be “tr—-es” so she could share her shoes and bags with them.
Additionally, in a 2009 interview with Allure, she made another controversial comment, comparing herself to a derogatory term for transgender individuals. These comments have sparked renewed criticism, particularly as they surface at a time when Lively’s latest film is also under scrutiny.
While Lively‘s intention might not have been malicious, the language she used is now widely considered offensive and outdated, particularly within the LGBTQIA+ community.
The controversy has ignited discussions about the responsibility of public figures in addressing sensitive topics like gender identity, and the importance of evolving language to be more inclusive and respectful.
