Nicki Minaj shared her thoughts amid the controversy caused by Michael B.
10.06.2021 - 18:16 / variety.com
Angelique Jackson NBA all-star Russell Westbrook has teamed with Sony’s Incubation Lab to produce the basketball-themed short film “Why Not?”The basketball star and the Incubation Lab also partnered with Jordan Brand for the project, with the purpose to elevate storytellers in the Black community, including the short’s co-writer and director Tevin Tavares and writer Lance Cameron Holloway.According to a description of the project, “Why Not?” showcases the culture of Los Angeles’ Crenshaw
.Nicki Minaj shared her thoughts amid the controversy caused by Michael B.
“livid” over the situation, while another accused the actor of “colonizer energy.”A post shared by Barbie (@nickiminaj)J’Ouvert is an annual celebration that dates back over 200 years and commemorates the emancipation of slaves in Trinidad and Tobago. However, Jordan himself does not have any ties to the region.
Listening to concerns. Michael B. Jordan is making a change to his rum brand after Nicki Minaj shared her thoughts on the name following online criticism.
Michael B. Jordan has finally issued a statement following all of the criticism over his new rum brand, which comes after Nicki Minaj and others online called for him to change its name.On Tuesday, June 22, the Black Panther star took to his Instagram Story to apologize for naming his new rum brand J‘Ouvert following accusations that the name appropriated Caribbean culture, subsequently causing hysteria all over social media.“I just wanna say on behalf of myself & my partners, our intention was
Nicki Minaj, who is from Trinidad, called Jordan’s company name “offensive”.The singer reposted an explanation from Instagram user xaria_rae unpacking the history of J’Ouvert, and captioned her post: “I’m sure MBJ didn’t intentionally do anything he thought Caribbean ppl would find offensive – but now that you are aware, change the name & continue to flourish & prosper.”Take a look at some other reactions here:since michael b jordan's nasty ass went on an imperialist run and stole a very
Celebs’ alcohol brands seem to be the new frontier of cultural appropriation right now.
Michael B. Jordan took to his Instagram Story to address the backlash he received for naming his rum brand J’Ouvert, which represents the start of Carnival in Trinidad.
Michael B. Jordan took to Instagram to apologise for facing backlash and allegations of cultural appropriation over the name of his new rum label.
Michael B. Jordan is breaking his silence.
Michael B. Jordan has found himself in a bit of hot water.
Nicki Minaj, 38, is sticking up for Michael B. Jordan, 34, after the name of his new rum, J’Ouvert, is causing controversy, especially with Trinidad and Tobago nationals.
debuts an online-only sale focused on the iconic Air Jordan — a chunky-looking Nike style launched in 1985 for basketball legend Michael Jordan — with more than 85 pairs up for grabs. The lots are estimated to fetch between $1,000 and $160,000 apiece.“[Jordan] really influenced and created an entire new genre of collecting,” said Caitlin Donovan, 33, the Christie’s expert leading this sale.
Bronny James had some A-list fans at his latest high school basketball game.
Are Drake and Michael B. Jordan going to be the new Bill Murray, in that you never know where they’re going to show up next? Weeks after Drake, 34, and Michael, 34, sat courtside at an NBA playoff game, the two were spotted taking in a Sierra Canyon Varsity basketball game on Thursday (June 17) in Chatsworth, California.