Billboard Issues Apology to Taylor Swift After Controversy with Unauthorized Clip

Billboard publicly apologized to Taylor Swift on Thursday (Nov. 28, 2024) following backlash for including footage of an unauthorized nude wax figure of the star in a social media video. This incident occurred after Billboard named Swift as their No. 2 top pop star of the 21st century on Wednesday.

The issue arose when the video spotlighting Swift's achievements included a segment from Ye's 2016 "Famous" music video, which features nude wax figures of various celebrities, including Swift, Rihanna, Chris Brown, Kim Kardashian, Donald Trump, and others.

Billboard utilized this clip while discussing the famous feud between Swift and Ye (formerly known as Kanye West) and his ex-wife, Kim Kardashian.

In their statement on social media, Billboard expressed, "We are deeply sorry to Taylor Swift and all of our readers and viewers that in a video celebrating Swift's achievements, we included a clip that falsely depicted her. We have removed the clip from our video and sincerely regret the harm we caused with this error."

Previously, Swift criticized the "Famous" video as "revenge porn" in a 2019 Tumblr post. Swift's devoted fanbase, known as the Swifties, quickly rallied against Billboard's use of the clip, calling for an apology.

The backlash intensified on social media, with the hashtag #BillboardIsOverParty trending on X as fans expressed their anger.

In conclusion, Billboard acknowledged their mistake and removed the controversial clip from their content.

Additionally, there are updates on other public figures such as Cher, Mary Cosby, Jon Gosselin, and Julien Arnold! Keep reading for more news from the entertainment sector.

Quick Updates

Cher hinted that her upcoming album might be her last, but many doubt that will be the case. Billboard

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Mary Cosby's son, Robert Jr., candidly shared his struggles with drug addiction on a recent episode of The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City. Page Six

Jon Gosselin is engaged! He has proposed to Stephanie Lebo, his girlfriend of three years. tooFab

Tragically, actor Julien Arnold collapsed and died on stage while performing in A Christmas Carol. Deadline

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